Pro 3.1.1: Pixelmator

: Integration with the MILK Print on Demand service allowed users to order physical prints, posters, and postcards directly from the application interface. Historical Significance

: The update ensured full compatibility with macOS Ventura, enabling features like Stage Manager for streamlined multitasking between various Pixelmator Pro windows and other creative apps.

While 3.1.1 was a point release focusing on stability and refinement, it sat upon the "Marble" foundation that expanded Pixelmator's professional reach: Pixelmator Pro 3.1.1

: The software gained the ability to open and edit high-bit-depth files, providing a higher dynamic range and more granular control for professional color grading.

: A new "smooth corner" style was introduced, allowing designers to adjust the radius of individual corners to create "squircles," a signature aesthetic in Apple's own hardware and software design language. Professional Feature Set : Integration with the MILK Print on Demand

The 3.1.1 update was anchored by several critical technical advancements that enhanced the efficiency and versatility of the application:

: It introduced native support for the AVIF (AV1 Image File Format), a modern image format that provides superior compression and higher quality compared to traditional JPEGs. : A new "smooth corner" style was introduced,

Pixelmator Pro 3.1.1, released in November 2022, represented a major step in the software's transition toward becoming a heavy-duty professional editor. This specific update followed the milestone "Marble" 3.1 release and was designed to solidify performance on Apple's latest hardware and operating systems at the time.