expand image

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February 12, 2026
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how can i quickly expand my image in photoshop? when i try generative fill it creates a new image!

Correct answer Ged_Traynor

@hendy_5450 try using the crop tool and select generative expand

Stephen Marsh

Community Expert

Another option is a canvas extension script that I created using either content aware or generative fill:

https://community.adobe.com/t5/photoshop-ecosystem-ideas/ai-generating-bleed-area-beyond-trim-line/idi-p/14547217#U15312767

c.pfaffenbichler

Community Expert

If the problem hasn’t been resolved yet please post screenshots (including the pertinent UI elements like Toolbar, Layers Panel, Options Bar, Properties Panel, …) to clarify.

https://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/desktop/create-open-import-images/create-images/explore-beyond-the-canvas-with-generative-expand.html

Ged_Traynor

Correct answer

Community Expert

@hendy_5450 try using the crop tool and select generative expand

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hendy_5450Author

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i tried this so many times, all i get is empty layers

c.pfaffenbichler

Community Expert

Could you please post a screenshot with the pertinent Panels (Toolbar, Layers, Options, Channels, Options Bar, …) visible?

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