Apple’s Intelligence is gradually making its way into iOS 18.1, and with the release of beta 3, one of the most exciting new AI-powered features, ‘Clean Up,’ has finally arrived. This innovative tool empowers you to effortlessly remove unwanted objects from your photos with just a few taps on your iPhone or iPad. It works seamlessly with any image in your photo library, not just photos taken with your iPhone.
To use Clean Up and Apple Intelligence features, you’ll need a compatible device. Currently, this includes the iPhone 15 Pro series and iPads with M1 or later processors. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use the Clean Up tool:
How to Remove Objects from Photos using Clean Up:
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Open the Photos app:
Launch the Photos app on your compatible device.2.
Select your image:
Browse your photo library and choose the image you wish to edit.3.
Enter Edit Mode:
Tap the ‘Edit’ button at the bottom of the screen to enter Edit Mode.4.
Select Clean Up:
Look for the ‘Clean Up’ icon and tap on it.5.
Initial Download:
The first time you use Clean Up, there will be a short delay as Apple downloads the AI model to your device.6.
Object Detection:
After tapping the ‘Clean Up’ icon, the tool will automatically identify and outline objects like people in various colors.7.
Remove Objects:
Select the highlighted objects one at a time to remove them. If Clean Up doesn’t identify an object, you can manually remove it by tapping, circling, or coloring in the object. You can also use pinch-to-zoom for better precision.8.
Finish Editing:
Once you’ve removed all the unwanted objects, tap ‘Done’ to save your changes.Undoing Changes with Clean Up:
If you accidentally remove an object or change your mind, Clean Up provides easy undo options:
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Undo During Editing:
Tap the ‘Undo’ button at the top left of the screen to undo the last change step by step.2.
Undo Later:
To undo all changes later, select the edited image, then choose ‘Revert’. Confirm by selecting ‘Revert to original’.Clean Up is currently in beta, so features and steps might change before the public release. This article will be updated accordingly. Keep in mind that the effectiveness of Clean Up may vary depending on the complexity of the image and the object you’re trying to remove.
With Clean Up, Apple continues to enhance its AI capabilities and empower users with powerful tools to elevate their photo editing experiences. This innovative feature is set to become an indispensable tool for anyone looking to create flawless photos and effortlessly remove distracting elements.
