Adobe Photoshop has embraced Artificial Intelligence (AI) through its Adobe Sensei technology—a powerful AI engine that automates complex tasks and enhances creative workflows.
Whether you’re a professional designer or a hobbyist, learning how to use AI in Photoshop can help you:
- Save time
- Improve image quality
- Remove unwanted objects effortlessly
- Generate realistic content from text prompts
Let’s dive into how you can start using AI in Photoshop today.
🔧 Step-by-Step: How to Use AI in Photoshop
1. Use Generative Fill (with Adobe Firefly & AI)
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What it does:
Generate new content from a text prompt or extend parts of an image seamlessly.
How to use it:
- Select the area you want to expand or modify.
- Go to
Shift + G(to activate Object Selection Tool). - Click on “Generative Fill” under the Properties panel.
- Enter a text prompt describing what you want added or changed.
- Click Generate and Photoshop will create it using Adobe Firefly AI.
📌 Best for: Background generation, object removal, creative expansion.
2. Enhance Portraits with Neural Filters
What it does:
Apply smart filters powered by AI models to adjust facial features, expressions, age, lighting, and more.
How to use it:
- Go to Filter > Neural Filters .
- Sign in to your Adobe account (requires cloud connection).
- Choose from filters like:
- Smart Portrait – Adjust age, expression, gaze, and pose.
- Skin Smoothing – Smooth skin automatically.
- Style Transfer – Apply artistic effects inspired by famous artists.
- Adjust sliders to customize the effect.
📌 Best for: Retouching, portrait editing, and creative looks.
3. Remove Objects Automatically with Object Selection Tool
What it does:
Select and remove unwanted objects quickly using AI-powered recognition.
How to use it:
- Select the Object Selection Tool (W) .
- Draw a rough shape around the object you want to remove.
- Press Delete or go to Edit > Content-Aware Fill .
- Photoshop removes the object and fills the space naturally.
📌 Best for: Removing distractions like wires, people, or signs.
4. Refine Edges with Select Subject
What it does:
Automatically detect and select the main subject in a photo using AI.
How to use it:
- Go to Select > Subject .
- Photoshop instantly identifies and selects the primary subject.
- Refine edges using Select and Mask for perfect cutouts.
📌 Best for: Product photography, creating social media posts, or isolating subjects.
5. Auto-Colorize Black-and-White Photos
What it does:
Use third-party AI tools or plugins to colorize old black-and-white images.
While Photoshop doesn’t yet offer native AI colorization, you can:
- Export your image to AI platforms like:
- Algorithmia
- DeOldify Online
- MyHeritage In Color
- Import the colorized image back into Photoshop for final touch-ups.
📌 Best for: Restoring vintage photos or adding realism to old images.
🚀 Final Tips for Using AI in Photoshop
- Always work on duplicate layers when using AI edits.
- Combine AI tools with manual adjustments for the best results.
- Keep your Creative Cloud subscription active to access online AI features.
- Stay updated—Adobe frequently adds new AI-powered tools.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Do I need an internet connection to use AI in Photoshop?
A: Some AI features like Generative Fill and Neural Filters require an internet connection because they process data in the cloud.
Q2: Is AI in Photoshop free to use?
A: Features like Neural Filters and Generative Fill are available to Creative Cloud subscribers . Adobe offers limited monthly compute hours for free; additional usage may require a paid plan.
Q3: Can AI replace traditional Photoshop skills?
A: No. AI speeds up repetitive tasks, but creativity, design sense, and fine-tuning still require human input. Think of AI as your assistant—not your replacement.
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