Adobe Photoshop Introduces AI Assisted Editor with Markup Tool and Natural Language Prompts

Adobe Photoshop has unveiled AI Assisted Editor, a new beta interface that transforms how users interact with the software through natural language prompts and visual markup tools1

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. The update represents Adobe's most decisive step toward conversational editing while maintaining flexibility for traditional workflows5

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New AI Assisted Editor Simplifies Complex Workflows

The AI Assisted Editor appears as a toggle option on Photoshop's menu bar, offering users a choice between the new simplified interface and the traditional Pro Editor3

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. This optional mode consolidates seven AI features into a single vertical toolbar: Prompt to Edit, Remove Background, generative expand, Remove Tool, generative fill, Generative Upscale, and AI Markup1

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. Users can hide the toggle entirely from Settings if they prefer working exclusively in the classic workspace3

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The beta version is available now through Creative Cloud at $23 per month1

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. Adobe emphasized that all AI features remain accessible through both interfaces, ensuring users can work in their preferred environment without losing functionality5

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Markup Tool Enables Visual Communication of Edits

The markup tool introduces a fundamentally different approach to image editing by letting users draw directly on images to communicate changes2

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. Users can circle areas to recolor, sketch arrows to indicate object placement, or brush rough shapes to suggest new elements without writing text prompts4

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. Adobe demonstrated this capability by converting roughly drawn cats and wall tiles into photorealistic generated elements4

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This visual annotation system addresses ambiguity that sometimes occurs with text-only prompt-based editing1

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. The feature proves particularly valuable for users new to image editing or experienced professionals sketching quick concepts3

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Enhanced Instruct Edit with Masks Powered by Adobe Firefly Image 5

Adobe upgraded Instruct Edit with Masks using its Adobe Firefly Image 5 model, which now understands complete image context2

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. Users no longer need to manually mark every area requiring edits—they can mask a portion of the image and describe specific changes like opening closed eyes or placing hats on heads4

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Unmasked areas remain untouched during edits, protecting parts of images from unintended alterations4

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. This addresses criticism of current prompt-based editors that occasionally reduce image quality or generate results misaligned with the lighting or angle of subjects being edited3

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Light Adjustment Layer Brings Camera Raw Controls

Adobe introduced a non-destructive light adjustment layer with controls for exposure, contrast, highlights, shadows, whites, and blacks1

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. The feature delivers camera raw-level results without leaving Photoshop's layer-based workflow3

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Prompt to Edit Transforms Entire Images

The Prompt to Edit function enables wholesale image transformations through natural language prompts1

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. Users can change someone sitting on a beach to hiking in mountains with a simple prompt like "Put this person on a hiking trail in the mountains"1

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. The tool supports multiple AI models including FLUX 2 Pro, FLUX Context Pro, Gemini 3.1, Gemini 3, Gemini 2.5, GPT Image 2, and Adobe's own model, creating a new layer with two variations of edited images3

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Additional Workflow Enhancements

Adobe expanded Dynamic Text capabilities to work with any custom shape or path, allowing text to adapt automatically along curves and freeform layouts3

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. The update also includes Adobe Stock integration through a dockable panel, providing access to more than 900 million Adobe Stock assets directly inside Photoshop4

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All new AI features are available in the latest Photoshop update through Creative Cloud4

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, with AI Assisted Editor remaining in beta while other tools have reached general availability3

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. Adobe continues building on its March launch of AI Assistant for conversational commands and June additions of AI assistants across Photoshop, Premiere Pro, InDesign, Illustrator, and Frame.io1

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