AI photo editors
Explore AI photo editor features, learn how to use an AI photo editor, and brush up on photo-editing tips and tricks.
What features does an AI photo editor have?
Flexibility for your specific project needs
Think broadly about what you’ll use a photo editor for. Beyond the basic ability to edit images, a photo-editing app that can also tackle different kinds of projects with images will greatly expand the possibilities. For example, résumés, presentations, invitations, posters, and emails.
Reduced learning period with prompting
A huge benefit of using an AI photo editor is that it reduces the time you spend learning how to use a new product. Instead of reading through a lengthy product manual, just tell the photo editor what you want with a simple prompt, such as, "Remove people from background of picture.”
Different layouts and templates
Select from a range of layouts and templates that optimize the use of space and visual elements in your image. The photo editor should allow you to adjust for the alignment, spacing, and size of your content.
A variety of themes and styles
Pick a photo-editing app that offers multiple themes and styles for numerous purposes and audiences. Additionally, you’ll want one that lets you customize colors, fonts, and backgrounds.
A catalog of icons and images
If you need some photos for your project that you don’t personally own, it’s key to use a photo-editing app that has a library of royalty-free images. That way, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from and avoid any copyright setbacks.
Spelling and grammar help
Writing assistance might seem unnecessary for a photo editor, but many visual projects still include some text. With an AI photo editor, you may also get spelling and grammar checks included, which can save you from an embarrassing typo.
How do I use an AI photo editor?
How you’ll use an AI photo editor depends on the specific app you choose. That said, here’s a simple example of how to create an image with Designer.
- Open Designer and sign in with your Microsoft account if prompted.
- Describe the image you'd like to create and select Generate.
- You can also explore AI generated images and customize them.
AI photo editor tips and tricks
Keep the following tips and tricks in mind to further enhance your creations as you use an AI photo editor.
Make your images and designs stand out with animated visuals. The pop of motion will help capture people’s attention.
If your image has a distracting background, remove it. Sometimes you’ll have the perfect picture of a subject, but the busy background makes it feel unusable. Instead, simply remove it.
Regenerate text that misses the mark. Maybe the AI-suggested text for your design isn’t what you’d prefer. Ask the photo editor to rewrite it to see what other options might work better.
Easily adjust photo coloring with filters. Try out different artistic moods by applying filters to images, such as grayscale for a classic look or a filter with high saturation for something more vivid.
Experiment with opacity. Add depth and interest to your image by making some of the less-important elements more transparent.
Photo editor resources
Discover other tools similar to AI photo-editing apps to keep the creative process going.
Microsoft Clipchamp
Create engaging videos using intuitive editing tools and customizable templates. Some features include:
- Adding premium transitions and filters.
- Cutting videos to the length you need.
- Capturing your webcam, screen, or both at the same time.
- Applying a blurred or virtual background, with no green screen required, using AI to analyze your video.
- Generating automatic captions when people in your video speak.
Windows photo editor
This basic photo editor helps you make quick manual adjustments to images. Some features include:
- Cropping, flipping, or rotating images.
- Adjusting the light and coloring.
- Applying a filter.
- Adding your own markup.
- Retouching images to remove blemishes or unwanted parts.
- Changing or blurring the background.
Paint 3D
Bring shapes to life with 3D modeling. Some features include:
- Switching brushes for different effects.
- Changing colors or making your own customized color.
- Picking up color you no longer want with the eyedropper.
- Using preloaded 3D shapes, such as cubes and cylinders.
- Rotating your object’s angle, tilting it back and forth, spinning it around, or moving it forward and backward in space.
- Adding a sticker to personalize your creations.
Frequently asked questions
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An AI photo editor uses AI to create, enhance, and modify images. Unlike traditional photo editors, AI photo editors automate many of the manual parts of photo editing, such as brightness, contrast, and color balance.
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Choose an AI photo editor that has a comprehensive set of features.
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Yes. AI can analyze images and automatically apply enhancements, such as sharpening, noise reduction, and color correction.
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Currently, Designer is only available as an online photo editor from your browser. Apps for Android and iOS devices will be released soon.
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Yes, Designer is a free photo editor, but some features require you to sign in to a Microsoft account to use.
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