What happened
Adobe is rolling out an AI-heavy update for Photoshop, including a new "optional" interface called the "AI Assisted Editor" view. It is launching in beta and shows all AI features in a single toolbar, such as prompt-based editing, background remover, and an AI image extender.
Why it matters
Adobe is also adding a "markup" feature that lets you draw on an image to tell the AI assistant what to change, like recoloring areas or sketching arrows. This reduces the need for text prompts, making AI editing more visual and accessible.
What to watch
The update includes an enhanced "Instruct Edit with Masks" feature. Adobe says its Firefly Image 5 model now understands the entire image context, so you can describe changes like "opening closed eyes" without manually marking areas.
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This update is part of Adobe's ongoing push to integrate AI more deeply into its creative tools, focusing on making AI assistance more intuitive. The new "AI Assisted Editor" view centralizes AI features, which could streamline workflows for users who rely on multiple AI tools. The markup feature is notable because it allows non-verbal instruction, potentially lowering the barrier for users who find text prompts cumbersome.
The enhancement to "Instruct Edit with Masks" leverages the Firefly Image 5 model's improved understanding of image context. This could reduce the need for manual mask creation, making edits like changing a subject's expression or adding an accessory more straightforward. For businesses, these updates could speed up image editing tasks, but the beta status suggests Adobe is still refining the experience based on user feedback.
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