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Sky Replacement with AI.

Sunny, starry or stormy — use the AI-powered Sky Replacement tool to effortlessly swap the dull sky in your shot and transform all your horizons into unforgettable scenes.

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Explore unlimited skies with Sky Replacement in Photoshop.

Quickly replace dull skies with vibrant blue horizons, glowing sunsets, or even spectacular starscapes. Create stunning visuals for marketing projects, social media, or personal keepsakes.

Examples of sky replacement using AI, including vibrant sunsets, dramatic twilight skies, and soft daylight clouds in Adobe Photoshop

Search our skies replacement pack.

Photoshop offers a collection of skies organised into three categories: Blue Skies, Spectacular and Sunset. You can try one of these or download free sky presets to change the skies in your photos — including tornadoes, fireworks and stars — from professional photographers.

Find your perfect sky replacement.

Open any image with a sky photo you want to enhance and choose Edit > Sky Replacement to view a gallery of skies. Simply select one you like and click OK to see how it looks.

Before and after sky replacement showing a cloudy sky transformed into a dramatic sunset behind a jumping man, edited using Adobe AI tools
AI-enhanced photo of man mid-leap against vibrant sunset sky and city skyline, showcasing Adobe Photoshop sky replacement feature

Generate AI sky background in seconds.

Adobe Firefly generative AI is an intelligent technology that detects the original sky and replaces it with a new one. It then automatically adjusts the lighting and shadows to match the scene. Changes are fully editable. You can fine-tune your look in the Layers panel.

Take pictures of skies while you’re out and about and import them using Sky Replacement to add drama and interest to different scenes.

Photoshop Sky Replacement feature with sunset, twilight, and daylight sky presets applied to an open field landscape photo

How to replace the sky in photos?

  • Pick an image
    Open a photo with a dull sky and choose Edit > Sky Replacement.
  • View the gallery
    Explore the preset sky images and click the one you like.
  • Let Adobe Sensei do the work
    Check out the newly blended scene and review the editable adjustments in the Layers panel.
  • Import your own sky
    Add a sky from your own photo collection to see how it enhances the scene.

When to use sky replacement.

Showcase real estate listings.

Bring properties to life by replacing dull or overcast skies with bright, inviting horizons. A refreshed sky can instantly make real estate listings feel more appealing, ensuring homes stand out across brochures, websites, and virtual tours. Create market-ready listing photos with Adobe Photoshope's sky changer.

Design travel and tourism marketing images.

Capture the true spirit of a destination by tailoring skies to match the mood—sunny beaches, golden sunsets, or dramatic mountain backdrops. Enhanced skies can transform ordinary nature photography shots into inspiring visuals that spark wanderlust, perfect for ads, banners, or brochures.

Create consistent social media content.

Maintain a cohesive visual identity across every post by customising skies to fit your brand’s style whether it is bright and airy, bold and dramatic, or warm and inviting. With quick sky replacements, each photo feels on-brand and ready to share.

Enhance portrait photoghrapy.

Elevate portraits by choosing skies that complement the mood, season, or aesthetic. From soft golden hour light for a romantic look to dramatic clouds for an editorial edge, Sky Replacement adds depth and emotion to your images. Bring portraits to life and create standout images with Adobe Creative Cloud.

Transform pre-wedding photography.

Set the scene for love with skies that match your photoshoot theme. Sky Replacement transforms ordinary pre-wedding shots into enchanting keepsakes that reflect your style and vision, perfect for albums, save-the-dates and social media announcements.

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What is sky replacement?
Sky replacement is a photo editing technique that swaps out the existing sky in an image with a different one. By adjusting colors, lighting, and tones, the process creates a seamless blend between the new sky and the original scene, instantly changing the mood, atmosphere, or time of day in a photo.
What does the sky replacement feature using AI in Photoshop do?
The sky replacement feature in Photoshop uses AI to automatically detect and replace skies in photos. This tool seamlessly blends new skies with existing scenery, saving time and effort in the editing process.
Can I customise the sky replacement using AI in Photoshop?
Yes, the AI-based sky replacement feature in Photoshop allows for customisation by letting you import your own sky images and adjust settings to match the lighting and mood of your photo. Experiment with different skies for a personalised touch.
Does the AI sky replacement feature work on all types of photos?
The AI-powered sky replacement tool generally performs best on photos with a clearly defined horizon and distinct sky. Experimenting with various photos and settings can improve the results to match your preferences.
What file formats are supported for sky replacement?
Photoshop’s Sky Replacement feature supports popular image formats like JPEG, PNG, TIFF, and PSD. This means you can work with everything from simple snapshots to layered professional files, ensuring flexibility across different projects.
Can I create a specific mood with sky replacement?
Yes, sky replacement lets you set the mood of your photo by choosing skies that match the tone you want. You can make further adjustments to overall lighting and colour ensure the final image feels natural and cohesive.

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