Allocate 80% of your system RAM to your photo editing software in the performance preferences—most applications default to conservative memory usage that leaves significant processing power untapped. Navigate to your editing program’s preferences menu, locate the memory allocation slider, and push it to the recommended maximum (typically 70-85% depending on your total RAM).
Enable GPU acceleration for all compatible processes in your software settings, ensuring your graphics card handles intensive tasks like rendering previews, applying effects, and generating thumbnails. Check that your editing application recognizes your …
