Athentech Perfectly Clear 1.7.1 for Adobe Photoshop remains a definitive legacy tool for photographers who value speed and scientific precision over manual pixel-pushing. Released around 2013, this version of the plugin pioneered intelligent image correction by emulating the physics of the human eye rather than just applying generic filters. Core Features of Perfectly Clear 1.7.1
3.2 Independent Controls
Users could bypass the auto-detection and manually adjust:
3. Red-Eye Removal
- One-click detection and removal of red-eye from flash photography.
- Photoshop CS6 or later (32-bit)
- Windows 7 or later
Cons
- 32-bit Photoshop is legacy — some users on modern systems can’t run this plugin
- Automated corrections can miss creative nuances; manual tweaking often required
- Advanced retouching (frequency separation, complex composites) still needs Photoshop tools
- Licensing and compatibility across newer OS/Photoshop versions can be an issue
Benefits