Removing unwanted people from your iPhone photos is now easier than ever, thanks to the built-in Clean Up tool. This comprehensive guide will show you how to seamlessly edit people out of photos on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac using this powerful feature.
The Clean Up tool, powered by Apple Intelligence, is available on devices running iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 or later. This includes iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16 series, iPad mini (A17 Pro), iPads with M1 chip or newer, and Macs with M1 chip or newer. No more third-party apps needed – you can achieve professional-looking results directly within the Photos app.
Using the Clean Up Tool to Remove People
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Open the Photo: Launch the Photos app and select the image you want to edit.
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Enter Edit Mode: Tap or click the “Edit” button.
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Access Clean Up: Select the new “Clean Up” tab. You might need to wait for the tool to download if it’s your first time using it.
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Remove the Person: Clean Up will often automatically highlight people it thinks you might want to remove. Tap each highlighted person to erase them.
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Manual Removal: If the person isn’t highlighted, you can manually circle them or brush over them with your finger, mouse, or Apple Pencil. Pinch to zoom for more precise editing.
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Refine Your Edits: Use the back button to undo changes or “Reset Clean Up” to start over. This will only reset Clean Up edits, not other adjustments made to the image.
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Save Your Changes: Tap or click “Done” to save the edited photo.
Tips for Best Results
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Simple Backgrounds: Clean Up works best on photos with uncomplicated backgrounds. Complex scenery or objects near the person you’re removing might lead to less seamless results.
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Brush Size Adjustment: On macOS, adjust the brush size for finer control. Use a smaller brush for intricate areas and a larger brush for bigger sections.
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Experiment: Don’t hesitate to try different approaches. Utilizing the undo button and the reset option allows you to perfect your edit.
Beyond Removing People: Blurring Faces for Privacy
Clean Up also features a hidden face blur tool. By circling or brushing over a face, you can automatically pixelate it, protecting the person’s identity.
This feature is a quick and easy way to add a layer of privacy to your photos without needing additional apps.
Conclusion
With the Clean Up tool, editing people out of photos on your iPhone is a straightforward process. By following these steps and tips, you can effortlessly enhance your images and achieve professional-looking results directly within the Photos app. This powerful feature, combined with the ability to blur faces for privacy, gives you complete control over your photos.
