Photoshop. You know it, you (probably) love it, but have you met its new best friend? Yep, AI has waltzed into Photoshop’s world, making our design lives a whole lot easier. Let’s be honest—who doesn’t want a digital assistant that gets the job done while we sip coffee and pretend we’re creatively invincible? So buckle up, because it’s time to dive into how to use AI in Photoshop and why it’s the best thing that’s happened to your design game.
1. Generative Fill and Expand: Let AI Fill in the Gaps (Literally)
Ever spent hours trying to expand an image just to realize it now looks like a sad version of your original masterpiece? Generative Fill to the rescue! This AI-powered tool is like your personal magician, filling in missing areas of an image based on the context. Just select the area, type in a few prompts like “add a beach” or “make the background look cooler,” and voilà! You’ve expanded your image without having to wrangle with brushes and layers. It’s like letting Photoshop read your mind—minus the creepy part.
2. Content-Aware Fill: Say Goodbye to That Ex Who Photobombed Your Vacation Pic
We’ve all been there—trying to get that perfect shot, only to have something (or someone) ruin it. Enter Content-Aware Fill, where Photoshop’s AI says, “Don’t worry, I’ve got this.” Select the offending object (or person), and watch the magic happen. The AI will replace it with the surrounding background like it was never even there. It’s so seamless you’ll start to question if that photo-bomber was ever real. Was it just a glitch in the Matrix? Who knows.
3. Neural Filters: AI with a Touch of Sass
Want to colorize an old black-and-white photo or make someone smile (because apparently, they were allergic to joy when the picture was taken)? Neural Filters are here to play. These bad boys use AI to change facial expressions, enhance features, or even apply a completely new style to your image. It’s like having an Instagram filter, but on steroids. Plus, you get to pretend you’re a digital Picasso for a hot minute.
4. Sky Replacement: Because the Real Sky Is Sometimes Just… Meh
Okay, let’s face it—sometimes the sky in your outdoor shots is less “majestic sunset” and more “blah.” That’s when AI-powered Sky Replacement steps in like the weather god you always wished you could control. Just go to Edit > Sky Replacement, and let Photoshop AI find, replace, and blend the perfect sky into your image. Whether you want a stormy vibe or a bright summer sky, you can get it in seconds. Goodbye, boring clouds. Hello, drama!
5. AI Selections: The Lazy (but Genius) Way to Get Perfect Edges
No more struggling with the lasso tool to select your subject pixel by pixel. Photoshop’s AI-powered selection tools are here to save your sanity. Just click on Select Subject and let the AI do all the heavy lifting, figuring out where your subject starts and the background ends. It’s scarily accurate—like, do I even need to be here?
Final Thoughts
AI in Photoshop isn’t just a gimmick. It’s the ultimate design cheat code that makes you faster, better, and slightly more smug about your skills. Whether you’re expanding an image with Generative Fill, giving someone a mood boost with Neural Filters, or finally removing that random trash can from your scenic photo using Content-Aware Fill, AI has your back. And the best part? It’s getting smarter every day. So get ready to level up your creative game—and yes, you can thank the robots for that.
