Google has exciting news for all users of Google Photos – its advanced AI editing tools are now available to everyone without the need for a subscription. These powerful features, including Magic Editor, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, and Portrait Light, are now at your fingertips.
According to Selena Shang, Senior Product Manager at Google Photos, the rollout of these tools was a significant technical challenge. The engineering team worked tirelessly to ensure that these features function seamlessly across a wide range of Android and iOS devices. Their hard work has paid off, as more people can now enjoy the benefits of these AI editing tools.
To help you make the most of Google Photos’ AI editing suite, Shang has shared some top tips:
- Layer Edits for Optimal Results: Start with the Portrait preset in Magic Editor, remove distractions with the same tool, and adjust tone and brightness using the standard editor.
- Different Tools for Different Tasks: Use Magic Eraser for quick fixes on smaller areas and Magic Editor’s Erase tool for larger or more complex objects.
- Selection Methods in Magic Editor: Choose from tapping, brushing, or circling to select items for adjustment based on their characteristics.
- Utilizing the Strength Slider: Adjust the intensity of effects using the strength slider to achieve subtle enhancements.
With these tools at your disposal, you have a bigger and smarter toolkit to enhance your photos just the way you like. As more users access these features, the potential for creating stunning images with ease and precision will continue to grow.
