PixelTools Installer
Install your purchased PixelTools DCTLs, OpenFX plug-ins, and PowerGrades into DaVinci Resolve in one click.
Installs the PixelTools tied to your account, free or paid.
Apple-notarized and code-signed.
For macOS and Windows. Requires DaVinci Resolve Studio 20 or later.
What it does
One-click install
The app locates your DaVinci Resolve installation and places your DCTLs, OpenFX plug-ins, and PowerGrades in the correct folders. Open Resolve and they are there.
Installs what you own
Sign in and the app loads your account. It installs your free tools, BASIC, and PRO products without a license key.
New purchases appear automatically
Open the app after buying something and it is already listed. Your full library reflects your account, every session.
Free updates for life
Your purchase covers every future version of that product. The app shows available updates and installs them the same way it installed the original.
macOS and Windows
The installer runs natively on both platforms. Sign in on any machine and your full library is there, whether you work on a Mac in the color suite or a PC on set.
Your existing setup stays intact
The app only adds PixelTools files to your Resolve folders. Your existing LUTs, projects, and tools are not changed or removed.
How it works
Sign in to your PixelTools account
Open the app and sign in. New to PixelTools? Any free tool creates your account. The app loads your full library on sign-in.
The app reads your account
Everything tied to your account is listed, free and paid. The app installs only what you own.
Install to Resolve in one click
Select what you want to install. The app puts your tools in the correct DaVinci Resolve folders. Open Resolve and they are there.
What editors and colorists say
It's really great to have an easy way of installing everything right from one place.
Really appreciate it. It has a nice layout and is very practical.
Useful PowerGrades can help cut hours off your color session time.
Streamlined my colour grading process. Now adjust hue, density, and saturation all in one.
Hue/Shift now has a permanent place in my fixed node tree. I couldn't live without it.
The craftsmanship and support is top shelf.
System requirements
- macOS
- macOS 12 Monterey or later
- Windows
- Windows 10 (64-bit) or later
- DaVinci Resolve Studio
- Version 20 or later
Download PixelTools Installer
Version
Free to download. Installs the tools tied to your account, free or paid. New here? Start with a free tool.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a PixelTools account?
Yes. The app signs in to your PixelTools account and installs only the products tied to it. New to PixelTools? Any free tool creates your account. Sign in and your library is ready to install.
Do I need DaVinci Resolve Studio?
Yes. PixelTools DCTLs and OpenFX plug-ins require DaVinci Resolve Studio, version 20 or later. The free version of DaVinci Resolve does not support them.
I use Linux or an iPad. Can I use the installer?
The installer app runs on macOS and Windows. On Linux or iPad, download your files from your account page and add them to DaVinci Resolve by hand. Everything works, with a manual install.
Will it change my existing LUTs or setup?
No. The app only adds PixelTools files to your DaVinci Resolve folders. It does not touch your own LUTs, your projects, or your existing setup, and you can remove its files at any time.
Do I get free updates? Is there a subscription?
Free lifetime updates, no subscription. Every PixelTools product is a one-time purchase, and the app keeps your installed tools current.
How does licensing work?
Sign in with the account you used at checkout. The app reads your purchases and installs what you own, whether that is a free tool, a BASIC product, or a PRO product.
Where does the app install my files?
It depends on the type. DCTLs and OpenFX plug-ins install into the correct DaVinci Resolve folders for your platform, so Resolve picks them up the next time you open it. PowerGrades download as .drx files that you import into your gallery in Resolve.
Can I install manually instead?
Yes. Every PixelTools file can be copied into its DaVinci Resolve folder by hand. The app does that step for you and confirms everything landed correctly.
Is the app notarized and safe to run?
The macOS build is signed with a Developer ID and notarized by Apple, so it opens without extra steps. On Windows, you may see a SmartScreen prompt the first time you run a new version. Choose More info, then Run anyway, and it will open normally.
The install did not work. What should I check?
Confirm you are signed in, that DaVinci Resolve is installed, and that you have a supported version. If it still fails, contact support with the version number shown in the app.
Get your tools into Resolve.
Your tools are waiting in your account.
Need a hand?
If you run into anything, reach out. We personally read and respond to every message. You can also browse the documentation for setup steps and answers to common questions.