While heavier on RAM than previous versions due to the AI features, the 2022 build is notably more stable on M1/M2 Mac chips compared to the initial 2021 transition. Verdict
The 2022 update felt less like a "maintenance" year and more like a leap forward. If you are looking for a version that balances traditional power with modern automation, v23 is arguably the "sweet spot" before the interface became even more cluttered with generative AI in later years.
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This version introduced a "cloud-first" approach to feedback. You can share a link to your document so clients or teammates can leave comments directly on the canvas, which then sync back to your desktop app.
