AI in Photoshop: Replace sky, Path Selection tool, Font recognition, and Retain details

In the digital image editing field, a lot has changed in recent years. Especially the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in software like Photoshop has set new standards and greatly expanded the possibilities. In this tutorial, I will introduce you to four innovative features that have been improved, especially by AI algorithms. You will learn how to easily replace the sky in your images, how to use the rounding pen tool strategically, how to identify the font of texts, and how to improve image scaling with the new "Retain Details 2.0" feature.

Main Insights

• The sky can be replaced with just a few clicks.
• The rounding pen tool enables precise shaping of curves and shapes.
• Photoshop can identify fonts from existing image content.
• "Retain Details 2.0" significantly improves the quality of scaled images.

Replacing the Sky

The first step in this tutorial is to replace the sky in an image. If you have an image with a dull or unappealing sky, it's time to change it. You can do this by clicking on 'Edit' in the menu and then on 'Replace Sky'. Photoshop uses AI to analyze the current sky and suggests various alternative skies for you to choose from.

Here, you can decide whether you want to integrate a bright blue sky or a dramatic, cloudy sky. To make your selection, simply click on the desired sky. You can also add your own skies by clicking on the plus sign and uploading images from your hard drive. This allows you to insert creative and unique skies into your images.

Using the Rounding Pen Tool

The second feature I want to show you is the Rounding Pen Tool. This feature allows you to create precise curves and shapes that enhance the appeal of your designs. With a simple click on the tool, you can place your desired points in an image and adjust by dragging the anchor points to create beautiful, curved lines.

This is particularly useful when you want to create complex shapes or designs. The results not only look more professional but also reduce the effort you would normally have to put in for precise shapes and lines. Using this tool in combination with AI allows you to explore entirely new creative possibilities.

Font Recognition

A particularly useful feature in Photoshop is font recognition. If, for example, you have text in an image and want to know which font was used, Photoshop can help you with that. First, select the selection tool and mark the text area you want to analyze. Then, go to the 'Font' menu and click on 'Find Matching Font'.

Photoshop will then go through all the fonts and present you with the best matching suggestions. You can simply click on the suggested fonts to use them directly in the document. This is particularly valuable when you want to adapt an existing design or find a similar font style for your project.

Applying Retain Details 2.0

Another remarkable feature is "Retain Details 2.0". When you want to greatly enlarge an image, this often comes with quality losses. With this function, you can adjust images for the best possible quality during scaling. Start by duplicating the image so you have a comparison.

Open the Image Size settings and activate the "Retain Details 2.0" option. Enter the desired pixel count, and the AI will analyze how to enlarge the image without significantly affecting the quality. You will see that the results are significantly different from traditional methods and offer a much-improved sharpness and clarity of details.

Summary

In this tutorial, we covered four impressive AI-powered features in Photoshop. You learned how to replace the sky in your images, effectively utilize the rounding pen tool, identify fonts, and improve the quality of your images when scaling with "Retain Details 2.0". By using these features, you can significantly simplify and enhance your image editing process.