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Photoshop Generative AI

Photoshop's Generative Fill and Expand features use AI to generate, remove, and extend image content directly in your workflow. Perfect for designers and content creators who want powerful AI capabilities integrated into their existing creative toolkit.

Image & Graphic Creation
Included with Adobe Creative Cloud subscription; generative credits renew monthly

Problems It Solves

  • Remove unwanted objects or people from photos without manual cloning
  • Extend image canvas and fill new areas with contextually appropriate content
  • Save time on tedious manual editing tasks with AI-assisted workflows
  • Maintain consistent style and lighting when adding new elements to images
  • Generate multiple creative options quickly for design exploration
  • Reduce the need for stock photos by extending and modifying existing images
  • Enable non-designers to achieve professional-quality edits

Who Is It For?

Perfect for:

Designers, photographers, and content creators already using Photoshop who want AI-powered editing capabilities integrated into their existing workflow.

Not ideal for:

Users looking for standalone AI image generation tools or those who don't use Photoshop regularly, as it requires a Creative Cloud subscription.

Key Features

Generative Fill

Remove unwanted objects or fill empty areas with AI-generated content that matches the surrounding image context and style.

Generative Expand

Extend your canvas and automatically generate new content that seamlessly blends with your existing image composition.

Firefly Integration

Powered by Adobe Firefly, providing advanced AI models trained on licensed content for high-quality results.

Contextual Awareness

AI understands image context, lighting, and style to generate realistic and cohesive additions.

Non-Destructive Workflow

Make changes non-destructively with adjustment layers and masks, maintaining full editing flexibility.

Generative Credits System

Monthly generative credits included with Creative Cloud subscription for AI-powered features.

Seamless Blending

Generated content automatically blends with existing pixels, shadows, and textures for natural results.

Multiple Variations

Generate multiple variations of fills and expansions to choose the best result for your project.

Photoshop Generative AI vs Alternatives

Adobe Firefly

Free tier available, Premium from $10/month

Adobe Firefly is the underlying AI engine powering Photoshop's generative features. Firefly offers standalone text-to-image generation, while Photoshop integrates these capabilities into a full editing environment.

Midjourney

From $10/month for basic, $30/month for standard use

Midjourney excels at generating entirely new images from text prompts with artistic control, while Photoshop Generative AI focuses on editing and enhancing existing images within a professional design tool.

Canva

Free with basic features, Pro from $13/month

Canva offers AI-powered design with generative features at a lower price point and easier learning curve, but lacks the advanced editing capabilities and professional-grade tools that Photoshop provides.

Runway ML

Free tier with limited credits, paid plans from $12/month

Runway ML provides multiple AI creative tools including image generation and video editing, while Photoshop focuses specifically on photo editing and design with integrated generative capabilities.

PicsArt

Free plan available. Gold from $5/month. Team from $8/user/month.

PicsArt offers mobile-first AI editing and generation tools with a social community, while Photoshop Generative AI is desktop-focused and designed for professional creative workflows.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are generative credits and how many do I get?▼
Generative credits are used each time you generate content with Generative Fill or Expand. Creative Cloud subscribers receive 100 generative credits per month that renew automatically. Each generative action typically uses 1-5 credits depending on the complexity and image size.
Can I use Generative Fill and Expand without a Creative Cloud subscription?▼
No, Generative Fill and Expand are exclusive features for Adobe Creative Cloud subscribers. You need an active subscription to access these AI-powered tools.
How does Photoshop Generative AI compare to standalone tools like Midjourney?▼
Photoshop's Generative AI is designed for editing and enhancing existing images within your design workflow, while Midjourney generates images from text prompts. Photoshop is better for photo editing and refinement, while Midjourney excels at creating entirely new images from scratch.
Is the generated content copyright-free?▼
Content generated with Photoshop's Generative Fill and Expand powered by Adobe Firefly is trained on licensed content. You own the rights to images you create, though Adobe's terms of service apply.
What happens if I run out of generative credits?▼
If you exhaust your monthly credits, you can purchase additional credits as an add-on for $4.99 per 100 credits. Your monthly allocation renews on the first of each month.
Does Generative AI work on all image types?▼
Generative Fill and Expand work best on photographs and realistic images. Results may vary with illustrations, graphics, or highly stylized artwork. The AI performs better with clear context and well-defined areas.

Pricing

Creative Cloud Single App

$$14.99
/monthly

Users who only need Photoshop with generative AI features

  • Photoshop with Generative Fill and Expand
  • 100 generative credits/month
  • Cloud storage
  • Mobile app access

Creative Cloud All Apps

$$59.99
/monthly

Professional designers and content creators needing full Adobe suite

  • All Creative Cloud apps including Photoshop
  • 100 generative credits/month
  • 1TB cloud storage
  • Premium fonts and assets

Creative Cloud Photography

$$14.99
/monthly

Photographers wanting Photoshop and Lightroom with AI features

  • Photoshop and Lightroom
  • Generative Fill and Expand
  • 1TB cloud storage
  • Mobile apps

Generative Credits Add-On

$$4.99
/monthly

Users who need additional generative credits beyond monthly allocation

  • 100 additional generative credits
  • Flexible monthly purchase
  • No commitment required

Quick Info

Learning curve:easy
Platforms:
desktopweb
Integrations:
adobe-firefly, adobe-express, adobe-sensei, creative-cloud, cloud-storage +3 more

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