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Transform images by removing backgrounds in just a few clicks.
Tap into the power of Photoshop with the AI background remover to isolate subjects in your images, refine details and design striking, professional results.
Reveal or conceal with black and white brushes.
After background removal, some leftover bits may remain around your subject’s edges. Use the white brush to reveal and the black brush to conceal any remaining unwanted pixels for a clean result.
Refine your edges.
Double-check the edges of your subject after using the background remover to ensure a clean cutout, especially around fine details like human hair or animal fur. Use the Refine Edge Brush tool to seamlessly blend the subject with its new background.
Try a transparent background.
Make a white background transparent to isolate your subject so you can use it in a variety of ways. You can pop your newly isolated subject, logo or branding onto website headers, email signatures, ads and more.
Generate background instantly with descriptive text prompts.
With the new Generate Background feature (beta) in Photoshop, you can instantly create AI-generated backgrounds that match your subject’s lighting, shadows and perspective. This tool complements the bg remove process, giving you more creative control.
Why is background removal important?
Removing the background from an image enhances visual focus, improves consistency, and allows for greater creative control. Here’s why it matters:
- Eliminates distractions so the subject stands out clearly.
- Creates brand consistency across product images and marketing content.
- Supports creative flexibility: place subjects into different scenes or styles.
- Enables transparent backgrounds: perfect for logos, social posts or overlays.
- Improves loading times on web pages when optimised PNGs are used.
- Helps meet platform requirements (e.g., Amazon, Shopify, or social ads) where clean backgrounds are expected.
Whether you're enhancing a portrait, preparing a marketing asset, or isolating a product, background removal ensures your image is polished and professional.
How to remove a background in Photoshop.
- Pick your image.
Open your image in the Layers panel and unlock the layer. - Click to remove background.
In the Properties panel or Contextual Task bar, select Remove Background under Quick Actions. - Clean the edges.
Use the Brush tool to refine any remaining areas and remove background fragments. - Replace the background.
Drag and drop a new image onto the canvas, then use the Transform tool to resize it to fit your desired dimensions. Press Enter/Return to finalise. - Position correctly.
In the Layers panel, move the new background image underneath the subject layer.
Tips for better background removal results
To get the most accurate and clean results when using Photoshop’s background remover, follow these tips:
- Use high-resolution images: clearer subject edges lead to more precise masking.
- Choose photos with good contrast between subject and background.
- Avoid cluttered or patterned backgrounds for faster and more accurate subject selection.
- Zoom in and refine edges manually if needed, especially around hair, fur, or translucent objects.
- Use the Brush or Refine Edge tools to clean up any remaining fragments.
- Experiment with lighting adjustments to better blend the subject into new backgrounds.
These simple steps can make a big difference when trying to remove the background from an image with professional-level results.
Who can benefit from background removal and what types of images work best?
Photoshop’s background remover is a versatile tool that supports a wide range of professionals and industries, helping them create clean, high-impact visuals efficiently. Here’s who benefits most and what types of images work best:
Professionals and sectors that benefit:
- Photographers: streamline workflows and isolate subjects for prints or portfolios.
- E-commerce sellers: showcase products on clean or transparent backgrounds to improve conversion.
- Marketers and designers: create ad-ready visuals, banners, social content and more.
- Developers and UI/UX teams: prepare design assets with no distractions.
- Content creators and influencers: enhance thumbnails, reels, and brand visuals.
- Media and publishing houses: speed up editorial layout and asset management.
- Enterprises and agencies: enable scalable, consistent asset production for campaigns.
- Students: prepare polished visuals for projects, assignments, and presentations.
Best image types for background removal:
- Product images: for catalogues, listings and packaging.
- Portraits: for social media, resumes, and presentations.
- Animals: for ads, pet products or creative designs.
- Vehicles: cars, bikes and machinery for online listings or promotions.
- Graphics and logos: when transparent backgrounds are needed for overlays.
- Official ID photos: clean background for ID photos used in documents like passports, Aadhaar cards, and other government documents.
Questions? We have answers.
What is Remove Background in Photoshop?
Where can I find the Remove Background tool in Photoshop?
Can I remove the background from an image in Photoshop online without installing software?
What image formats are supported for background removal in Photoshop?
What types of images does Remove Background work best on?
How does the Photoshop Remove Background Quick Action work?
Does the Photoshop Remove Background tool create a selection or a mask?
How is Remove Background different from the Background Eraser tool?
How do I remove the background from a passport size photo in Photoshop?
If you need to adjust the colour and tone of your passport photo, use Photoshop Adjustment Layers for precise, non-destructive edits.
Can I customise or change the background after removing it?
What else can I do online in Photoshop after removing a background?
Which is the best free tool to remove background from product images for e-commerce platforms?
You can try it out for free by saving one image with no installation required. To continue using the background remover and access the full set of editing tools, you can start a free trial or subscribe to a Photoshop plan.
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