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Does there exist a set of instructions regarding Elements handling of NEF images? I see from a number of discussion threads that the issue of Elements not reading NEF files is somewhat common. But no where does thewre seem to be a consistent solution.
Some say I must update the Camera Raw file. Others say it should work, as is. Others say I'll have to update the plug-ins. The Elements user manual says to simply open the file. Pardon me if my frustration is showing but there seems to be a ton of conflicting information.
I have a 1 year old iMac with the latest OS upgrades, a new Nikon D90, and the trial version of Elements 6, downloaded 3 days ago. When I try to open a NEF image I get the error message saying the file type is not recognized.
I'm reluctant to spend money for Adobe support on a product I'm just auditioning. Can anyone tell me if a single source of information exists telling me what I should do? I'm comfortable with Elements and would like to stay with it, but not if I have to go through a great deal of trouble. Thanks for any help.

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http://www.adobe.com/support/downloads/product.jsp?product=40&platform=Macintosh

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