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I am using PSE 12 on a Macbook Air. I have a RAW file. I select "Open Image" so that I can use the non-RAW tools. When I open the Editor, I can use the mouse freely to select a tool. I select Dodge. The mouse cursor changes from the arrow tip to the circle.
That's the end of any functionality, however. Attempting to apply the tool does not change the picture. Moving the mouse up to the menu bar does not change the cursor from the circle to the arrow tip. I cannot use keyboard commands in the Editor. I have to go to Finder and Force Quit the Editor in order to exit the Editor.
I have re-installed the program, using the Uninstaller to uninstall it first. I have deleted my preferences files. I still have the problem.
I have been able to try this on two different photo files and get the same problem with both files.
Thanks in advance!

Barbara,
Thanks so much! That looks like my problem, since I recently switched to Yosemite. I will install the plug-in. Again, thanks for a prompt and directly relevant reply!
John

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