7 NEW Photoshop AI Features (Explained In 7 Minutes)

Introduction

This tutorial explores the new AI features released in Adobe Photoshop beta, focusing on the Adobe Firefly Image 3 model and its various functionalities. These updates significantly enhance image generation, creative control, and overall workflow efficiency for photographers and graphic designers.

Chapter 1: Adobe Firefly Image 3 Model

• Overview: The Adobe Firefly Image 3 model introduces three key improvements:
  • Enhanced image quality and detail.
  • Faster AI image generation.
  • Improved creative control with reference photos.
• Comparison with Previous Model:
  • Fine details in generated images are markedly improved.
  • However, some quality loss may still occur when comparing AI-generated elements to high-resolution images.

Chapter 2: Generate Image Explained

• Accessing the Feature:
  • Create a new document in Photoshop.
  • Locate the Generate Image button in the contextual taskbar.
• Using the Feature:
  • Click the button to open a prompt window.
  • Enter your text prompt and choose various styling parameters.
  • Click Generate to fill the canvas with the AI-generated image.
• Variations:
  • Photoshop generates three variations by default.
  • If unsatisfied, click Generate again for three new options.

Chapter 3: Reference Images for Generating Photos

• Utilizing Example Photos:
  • In the prompt window, select any example photo to copy its settings and text prompt.
  • Modify the text prompt as needed.
• Uploading Reference Photos:
  • To guide the AI generation, upload a reference photo that aligns with your vision.
  • This photo influences the style and coloring of the generated image.

Chapter 4: Gen Fill with Reference Photos

• Adding Elements to Existing Photos:
  • Use the Lasso Tool to select the area for a new object.
  • Click Generative Fill in the contextual taskbar.
• Incorporating Reference Images:
  • Upload a reference image to guide the AI in creating the new element.
  • Leave the text prompt blank if you want to rely solely on the reference photo.

Chapter 5: Generate Similar

• Improving AI Variations:
  • If a variation is close to what you want, click on the three dots of that variation thumbnail.
  • Select Generate Similar to create three new variations closely matching the chosen one.
• Iterative Process:
  • This feature allows you to refine and improve your results progressively.

Chapter 6: Upscale AI Results

• Enhancing Image Quality:
  • Hover over any AI variation thumbnail in the properties panel and access the Enhanced Detail feature.
• Understanding the Feature:
  • This setting uses Preserve Details 2.0 to improve sharpness and reduce noise in the AI image.
  • Note that it does not create a new high-resolution version but enhances the existing one.

Chapter 7: Generate Background

• Creating Backgrounds:
  • With the subject layer highlighted, click Remove Background to automatically select and mask the image.
  • In the contextual taskbar, find and click the Generate Background button.
• Generating the Background:
  • Enter a prompt describing the desired background.
  • Click Generate to create a new background that considers the subject's lighting and color.
• Current Limitations:
  • As of now, reference photos cannot be used for background generation, but this may change in future updates.

Conclusion

The new AI features in Adobe Photoshop beta, including the Firefly Image 3 model, offer exciting opportunities for image generation and editing. By utilizing tools like Generate Image, Generative Fill, and Generate Background, you can enhance your creative workflow. Experiment with these features to discover how they can best serve your projects. As AI continues to evolve in Photoshop, stay tuned for future updates and enhancements.