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Let’s Create Some Grass Brush Details Using Adobe Photoshop!The Grass brush in Photoshop can be used to effectively add grass details to a composition in a randomized - yet controlled - way. We'll discover how to access the Grass brush - which can be a major stumbling block for designers unfamiliar with this brush. We'll also examine the peculiar features of this brush through an examination of Brush Settings. Finally, we'll go ahead and use the Grass brush to add details to a photographic composition to make the scene appear to be more overgrown and unkempt. How to Create this Detail in Photoshop: Loading the Legacy Brushes CollectionThe first item that needs to be addressed is the location of the Grass brush. If you are looking for it within your pre-installed brush collections… you likely will have a hard time finding it - as it is considered a Legacy Brush and that collection of brushes must be loaded first, before you can access the brush.In Photoshop, select the Brush tool  and o

Ever generated an edit that was almost right, but wished you could dial the effect up or down without generating another variation? With Generative restyle in Adobe Photoshop on desktop, you can turn an edit created with Prompt to edit into an adjustable experience, then fine-tune image attributes using a custom slider.Instead of repeatedly generating new variations, Generative restyle lets you refine the existing result. Once converted, the effect stays editable, so you can revisit the layer and adjust it whenever you need. Heads up on credits Creating a Generative restyle layer uses 80 generative credits. You also need a Prompt to edit result first, so factor that in before you start experimenting. Why you'll love itFine-tune generated image attributes with an intuitive custom slider. Increase or decrease the intensity of an effect without generating new variations. Keep your result editable with a dedicated Generative restyle layer. Experiment with adjustments directly from the Prop

Ever removed an unwanted object from a photo, only to be left cleaning up its shadow, reflection, or other traces afterward? The Remove tool in Adobe Photoshop on desktop just got better with Remove related elements, helping you remove an object and its related effects for a cleaner, more natural-looking result.Photoshop can now account for related elements like shadows, reflections, footprints, smoke, steam, and water wakes as part of the removal. And because the edit is created on a new layer, your original image stays unchanged. Heads up on creditsRemove related elements uses generative credits. Applying Enhance consumes additional credits based on the output image size: 10 credits for images up to 25 MP and 20 credits for images from 25 MP to 67 MP. For details, read the Generative credits FAQ. Why you'll love itRemove an object and its related elements together. Clean up shadows, reflections, footprints, smoke, steam, water wakes, and more. Spend less time manually removing leftov

Ever had an image that looks perfect in landscape, only to struggle when you need the same creative for a square post or vertical story? Generative Recompose in Adobe Photoshop on desktop helps you adapt an image to a new canvas size or aspect ratio while keeping the composition working naturally.Instead of simply cropping or stretching your image, Generative Recompose regenerates the composition for the new dimensions, intelligently repositioning subjects and adapting or extending backgrounds. The recomposed result opens in a new document, so your original stays unchanged.Why you'll love itAdapt one image for different formats, including wide banners, square posts, and vertical stories. Reposition subjects and adapt backgrounds automatically for the new dimensions. Choose common aspect ratios such as 16:9 (Widescreen), 1:1 (Square), and 9:16 (Vertical). Add custom instructions to guide how you want the new composition to look. Keep your original image untouched while exploring a new c

The 80s aesthetic has taken over the internet, and honestly, we're here for the retro revival! From bold typography to grainy textures and vintage print effects, everything old is cool again.But have you ever wondered how those iconic retro visuals were created before digital design took over?Back in the day, designers relied on a clever technique called halftoning, turning photographs into patterns of tiny dots. By varying the size and spacing of these dots, they recreated highlights, shadows, and depth, giving printed images their signature textured look.And in the 80s, designers took this technique beyond traditional printing, embracing its imperfections to create bold, experimental graphics that defined an era. Let’s recreate them in Photoshop by designing a record cover.. Step 1: Create a new square Photoshop document, I chose 2000 px X 2000 px, but you can use any size you want.Leave the default parameters as is.There’s already a 2000 x 2000 new file preset within Photoshop in th

Ever wish you could change the mood, season, lighting, or even the action in a photo without diving into layers, masks, and complex edits? With Prompt to Edit in Adobe Photoshop, you can make powerful image-wide changes using simple natural language. Just tell Photoshop what you want to see, and AI helps bring it to life.  What Is Prompt to Edit? Prompt to Edit lets you transform an entire image using a text prompt. Instead of manually adjusting multiple settings, you can describe the result you're after, and Photoshop generates variations for you to review and apply. Whether you're enhancing an existing photo or experimenting with creative concepts, Prompt to Edit makes image transformation faster and more intuitive.  What Can You Do With It? Here are a few ways creators are already using Prompt to Edit: Change the atmosphere  "Change the lighting to a warm sunset tone."  "Create a cinematic evening mood."  Transform the environment  "Change the season to rainy, add rainfall and pudd

 The September 2026 release of Photoshop 27.11 introduces new AI-powered capabilities designed to help you work faster and achieve more professional results. With Enhance Edge, you can create cleaner, more natural-looking selections by refining object edges and reducing unwanted background color fringing. This release also brings GPT Image 2 directly into Photoshop, allowing you to generate entirely new images and make precise edits using natural language prompts, all without leaving your creative workflow.Click here for more details. Bug fixes – Thanks to you!Canvas Size dialog did not retain the previously used units. Image > Apply Image preview did not work with the modern UI enabled and GPU disabled. Setting the default unit to inches in Preferences > Units was ignored by Canvas Size. New Guide dialog did not recognize the unit set in Preferences. Edit > Stroke used the previously selected color instead of the newly chosen color on the first attempt. Opacity changed when u

 Hello everyone, It’s time to reserve your spot at Adobe MAX - The Creativity Conference, taking place at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Get ready for what’s next - with three days of creative skill-building, visionary keynotes, and valuable connections. ​​​​​​Featured Speakers - Big ideas, inspired voicesWho You’ll Meet​​​​If you found this announcement helpful, click 👍 Like. Use ⭐ Subscribe to stay informed about future updates. You may also share this post with others who might want to stay updated on MAX.

Turn creative ideas into editable image transformations using AI. With Prompt to edit, you can describe changes using natural language and generate image-wide edits in seconds. Use Markup and Marks to guide the AI toward specific areas of an image, add instructions, or indicate where new elements should appear.  How This Workflow Works Start by generating an image edit using a text prompt. If needed, use markup tools to indicate specific areas and describe the changes you want. Step-by-Step Guide 1. Open an image Select File > Open and choose the image you want to edit.  2. Generate an edit with Prompt to edit Select a pixel layer or generative layer containing the image. If you're working with a generative layer, make sure the entire image is selected. Select Prompt to edit from the Contextual Task Bar, or choose Edit > Prompt to Edit. Enter a prompt describing the changes you'd like to make across the image.  Sample prompts:  Change the lighting to a warm sunset tone.  Improve

Let’s Explore Texture Brushes in Adobe Photoshop!Designing with texture brushes in Photoshop can produce a lot of interesting textures in your compositions. Of course, knowing how to adjust the application of these brushes and best apply them to your subject can take some additional know-how rather than simply laying down texture all over the place… and what should we keep in mind as we create our texture brush and adjust its settings? We're going to have a quick look at all these considerations when using texture brushes. How to Design with Texture Brushes in Photoshop: Create a Texture BrushFirst, we'll need to access the Brush tool and create a texture brush through the Brush Settings panel.In Photoshop, select the Brush tool and open the Brushes panel - you can find that under Window > Brushes. In the Brushes panel, twirl open the General Brushes set and select the Soft Round brush preset.   Open the Brush Settings panel by choosing Window > Brush Settings from the applicati

Ever Feel Like You’ve Painted Yourself Into a Corner? Sometimes in Photoshop, the shape of your brush makes a simple cleanup harder than it needs to be. A round tip is useful for curved edges and soft transitions, but its curved outline can leave a gap where two straight edges meet.A square brush gives you straight sides and defined corners that you can align with your subject. In this guide, we’ll find a square brush, rotate its tip, draw straight strokes, and combine it with layer masks and selections for precise cleanup.Note: A square tip fits a right-angle corner when it is aligned correctly. For an acute angle or an irregular edge, use a smaller tip and a selection to protect the surrounding area Get the BrushStart with a simple square tip in Photoshop on desktop. Use a temporary empty pixel layer to test the brush before working on your image or mask.Select the Brush Tool in the Tools panel, or press B. If another tool in that group is active, choose Brush Tool from the group. Ch

What if editing an image felt more like having a conversation than learning complex tools?The new AI-assisted editor (Beta) in Photoshop 27.10 introduces a streamlined, AI-powered editing experience designed to help users create and refine images using natural language prompts.Whether you're new to Photoshop or looking for a faster way to make quick edits, AI Assisted Editor (Beta) simplifies the creative process without sacrificing flexibility. Turn Ideas Into Edits, Instantly Instead of navigating multiple panels and settings, simply describe what you want to change. AI Assisted Editor (Beta) interprets your prompt and helps you achieve the result using built-in AI capabilities.With tools like: Prompt for natural language image editing Markup to visually indicate areas you want to modify Fill to add or replace content Remove to eliminate unwanted elements Crop and Expand to extend compositions beyond their original boundaries Upscale to improve image resolution Remove Backgroun

Let’s create some Splatter Brush effects using Adobe Photoshop!Designing with splatter brushes in Photoshop can be a lot of fun! Though, knowing how to adjust the application of these brushes and how to best apply them to your subject can take some additional know-how rather than simply splattering all over the place… and what about when something unexpected happens? We're going to have a quick look at all these considerations when using splatter brushes.How to Create this Effect in Photoshop:Get the BrushFirst, we'll need to access the Brush tool and choose a splatter brush. In Photoshop, select the Brush tool  and open the Brushes panel - you can find that under Window > Brushes.    Photoshop comes loaded with all sorts of brushes - including splatter brushes. In the Brushes panel, expand the Special Brushes folder and select a splatter brush you find interesting. I've chosen Kyle's Spatter Brushes - Supreme Spatter & Texture.   Choose the brush color by changing the Foregro

Ever open a photo and notice one thing that just doesn’t belong, a passerby, a wire, a random object stealing focus? The Remove tool in Photoshop makes those distractions disappear in just a few strokes, so your subject stays front and center.With the Remove tool, you simply brush over what you want gone, and Photoshop fills the space intelligently to match the surrounding area. No complex selections, no cloning gymnastics, just clean results that blend naturally into your image. Flexible AI, your wayThe Remove tool gives you control over how AI helps with your edit:Auto lets Photoshop decide the best method for the job Generative AI on uses AI to produce more context-aware results (with cloud or on-device processing) Generative AI off keeps things classic when you want full manual controlIf you prefer keeping things local, you can also run the on-device model, which processes removals directly on your machine after the model is downloaded—great for faster edits or working offline (sys

We've been working on a significant evolution of Photoshop's core systems — and are eager for your input. We're evolving Photoshop to be faster, smoother, and with the focus on helping you be more productive by giving you greater creative control. We’re actively listening to your needs, and are taking action to modernize the technologies that power Photoshop. This isn't a single feature update, it's a long-term effort to upgrade Photoshop's core systems: how it performs on complex documents, how it takes advantage of the latest hardware, and how it opens the door to new capabilities made possible by AI.  This is a long-term investment in the future of Photoshop, and we're excited to start sharing more of where we're headed. As we continue to make progress, we'll share updates along the way and invite your feedback to help shape the experience. What we're buildingThe first major milestone is a new compositing engine — powered by the GPU — that brings real-time performance, non-destructi

What’s NewPhotoshop 27.10 introduces powerful new ways to edit and create with AI while giving you more control over your workflow. You can now fine-tune image lighting non-destructively with the new Light adjustment layer, making it easier to adjust exposure, contrast, highlights, shadows, and more without permanently changing your original image.This release also brings the AI Assisted editor (Beta) directly into Photoshop, giving you access to Firefly-powered creative tools from within your editing workflow. New AI capabilities include Prompt to Edit, which lets you make image changes using natural language, and Markup, which enables you to guide AI generation and editing with visual annotations. For more precise AI-powered editing, you can now use masks and selections to control exactly where generative edits are applied. Text workflows are also improved with Dynamic Text for shapes and paths, allowing text to reflow and resize as you adjust shapes and paths automatically. Addition

You asked, we listened, and we're excited to share that one of the community's long-standing feature request is now available in Photoshop 27.10. For years, many of you have asked for more control over the file formats shown in the Save As and Save a Copy dialogs, including the ability to hide formats you don't use and create a cleaner, more streamlined saving experience. Today, we're happy to say: it's here!  What's new? You can now customize the file formats displayed in the Save As and Save a Copy dialogs. Simply go to: Edit > Customize Save Dialog File Formats From there, you can:  Enable or disable file formats  Move formats you don't need to the Disabled File Formats column  Restore the default list at any time  Whether you're a photographer who primarily exports JPEGs and TIFFs, or a designer working mostly with PSDs and PNGs, you can now tailor the save experience to match your workflow.  Why you'll love it No more scrolling through long lists of formats you never use. Thi

Thanks to all who took part in our previous ‘Where there’s smoke’ challenge. There were some great images based on the Victorian pipe.This week, we go to Lindisfarne, also known as Holy Island. It is situated just off the Northumberland coast of England, and reachable by a causeway. This view of the castle, which was built in the 16th century, is from the rugged rocks of the beach. In its day, it must have been a formidable castle to breach. Of course, with the power of image manipulation, you can show us how it might be done.The “rules”:Use the starter image as at least part of your own image entry. Anything goes, as long as it meets the forum rules on decency, copyright, etc. Anyone, and everyone, is welcome to have a go, whether you are a complete beginner or a Photoshop expert. This is not just for our forum “regulars”. The challenge is not limited to Photoshop. Any Adobe software can be used.  There are no prizes apart from the chance to practice, show off your skills, or bring a

The July 2026 update to Adobe Photoshop (version 27.9.1) introduces faster creative exploration, smarter AI-assisted image generation, and improved productivity tools to help designers, photographers, and creators work more efficiently and stay in flow. What’s NewPhotoshop 27.9.1 introduces several enhancements designed to streamline creativity, improve productivity, and make everyday tasks easier. You can now send layers directly to Firefly Boards for faster ideation and creative exploration, making it simple to compare concepts and develop new directions from existing Photoshop content. Editing workflows are now more efficient thanks to expanded Remove tool controls in the Contextual Task Bar, giving you quick access to options such as Find distractions, Add to, Subtract from, and Remove after each stroke without interrupting your workflow.Font management has become more reliable with the ability to save and restore your favorite fonts, ensuring your curated font lists remain availab

Thanks to all who took part in our previous ‘Fixer Upper’ challenge. As always, there were many interpretations of the image and the brief.This week, we start out with a simple object. This Victorian pipe can be found in Adobe 3D assets. I made the wrap-around wood materials using Adobe Substance 3D Designer and then added them to the surface using Adobe Substance 3D Painter, before rendering in Blender 3D.So, now we have our starting image. What can you make with it?The “rules”:Use the starter image as at least part of your own image entry. Anything goes, as long as it meets the forum rules on decency, copyright, etc. Anyone, and everyone, is welcome to have a go, whether you are a complete beginner or a Photoshop expert. This is not just for our forum “regulars”. The challenge is not limited to Photoshop. Any Adobe software can be used.  There are no prizes apart from the chance to practice, show off your skills, or bring a bit of humour and fun. Don't be shy, join in and have a go!

We’re rolling out newer, more capable generative models in Photoshop to help you create with greater realism, speed, and control. As part of this evolution, Firefly Image 3 is being retired from Generative Fill and Generative Expand workflows, starting with the Photoshop 27.6 release. Going forward, we recommend using Firefly Fill & Expand, an actively supported model designed to deliver improved results for these workflows. What’s changingThis update is happening in two phases to give you time to transition. Phase 1: Starting April 28, 2026, Firefly Image 3 is removed from the model picker in Photoshop 27.6, though it will remain temporarily available and functional in versions 26.0–27.5 until August.Phase 2: In August 2026, Firefly Image 3 will be fully removed from service across all versions and plans. What to use insteadFor Generative Fill and Generative Expand tasks, Firefly Fill & Expand is the recommended alternative. It’s optimized for these workflows and continues to