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AI-driven editing in Windows Photos
Windows Photos has been updated with smarter editing capabilities that lean on artificial intelligence. One standout is its Generative Erase tool, which makes it simple to remove unwanted items from a picture: the app analyzes surrounding pixels and reconstructs the removed area so the result looks natural and seamless.
Editing tools available right now
- Replace or swap backgrounds — swap out an entire backdrop with a new scene or color while preserving the subject.
- Soften or emphasize the background with a blur effect to give portraits a more professional depth-of-field look.
- Remove individual objects using AI-assisted erasing that reconstructs missing areas based on nearby image content.
Platform and device support
Recent releases have broadened platform compatibility, bringing these editing features to Arm64-powered machines and adding support for Windows 10. That makes the app accessible across a wider array of laptops, tablets, and desktops.
Paid alternative worth considering
If you’re exploring other options, Prequel (paid) is a popular commercial choice that offers rich filters and advanced editing effects. It’s a strong alternative for users who want extra stylistic presets and frequent content updates.
Summary
With its AI-assisted removal tool and background editing options, Windows Photos delivers a flexible editing experience for both casual users and professionals, now available on more device types thanks to expanded compatibility.
Technical
- Web App
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