If you use CS6 or CC 2015 as your daily driver, v3.0 is superior—it is stable, fast, and does not nag you about updates. Upgrading would force a hardware/OS overhaul.
The and its sidekick, Pixel Juggler , are legendary tools in the retouching world. Even as Photoshop evolves, these panels remain the gold standard for high-end workflows. If you use CS6 or CC 2015 as your daily driver, v3
The v3.0 release was a major milestone for Retouching Academy , optimized specifically for the legacy extension architecture of Photoshop CS6 and early Creative Cloud versions. v3.0 is superior—it is stable
Compatibility: Photoshop CS6 through CC 2015. Assumes RA Beauty Retouch Panel v3.0 (Pixel Juggler) is installed. If you use CS6 or CC 2015 as your daily driver, v3
It allows for rapid toggling between common tools and views, ensuring the retoucher stays in "the zone." Compatibility and Legacy Support