1. Graphics text editing software: text in any form can be developed into multimedia software. while they can be edited using any standard text editor, graphics software such as page maker, adobe in design, etc., are used to enhanced special effects.
2. Photo editing software: still images are a huge part of multimedia project and in order to use the full potential of still images, we need to photo editing software such as Photoshop, affinity, GIMP 2, etc.
3. Video editing software: videos are a vital part of a multimedia project and in order to use them in a project we need to use video editing software such as Adobe animate(formally known as flash), adobe premiere pro, Sony Vegas pro, final cut pro x, etc.
4. Audio editing software: audio adds a new depth to a multimedia project and in order to fully utilise the recorded audio, we need audio editing software like Sound forge, Adobe audition, etc.
5. Word Processor: A word processor is a computer program or device that provides for input, editing, formatting and output of text, often plus other features.