Taking the perfect photo just got even better with iOS 18.1! Whether it's a pesky stranger photobombing your shot or just a distracting element in the frame, the new Cleanup tool within the Photos app empowers you to effortlessly remove unwanted objects with just a few taps—say goodbye to the need for extra third-party apps.
In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the simple steps to quickly clean up your photos using this smart and intuitive new feature. Let's get those picture-perfect results!
How to Use the Clean Up Tool in iOS 18.1:
- Step 1: Choose Your Photo: Open the Photos app on your iPhone and select the specific image you want to edit and declutter.
- Step 2: Tap to Edit: Tap the Edit button (three horizontal sliders icon) at the top right.
- Step 3: Select Clean Up: Tap Clean Up to open the tool.
- Step 4: Pick the Image you want to Remove: If an object has a luminescent glow, the app has detected it as removable. In which you can Tap to select it or use your finger to tap, brush, or circle any other object you want gone. Pinch to zoom and pan for more precise control
- Step 5: Finish Editing: Once you're happy, tap Done—and just like that, your photo is clutter-free!
The Clean Up tool in iOS 18.1 makes photo editing faster and smarter than ever so you can keep the moments you love and remove the ones you don’t.
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