Add and Remove Parts of an Image with Edit Cutout

Learn how to use Edit Cutout to remove parts of an image (and restore them if needed)

Hey there! Do you want to learn how to edit your photos like a pro? Well, with the PhotoCut Edit Cut Out tool, you can easily control which parts of your image you want to keep or remove. Let's dive in and see how you can use this cool feature!

On iPhone and iPad

To use Edit Cutout on an iPhone or iPad:

1. Start by selecting Start from the photo on the Create page and choose an image to import. You can also select Your Content and choose an existing design to edit.
2. If you imported a new image, make sure to select a template so that your image has a background layer.
3. Select an object on your image that you want to edit.
4. Click on Edit Cutout.
5. Now, you have the option to choose between Assisted and Manual cutouts. Let's see how you can use both of these features:
   • Select Assisted: In this mode, PhotoCut will help you by detecting objects and areas that have a similar color. You can then choose to Erase or Restore parts of the image by tapping on the area you want to edit.
   • Select Manual: In this mode, you have full control. You can choose to Erase or Restore parts of the image by selecting the Brush width and drawing over the area you want to edit.
6. Once you're done editing, select Done to approve your changes and close the Edit Cutout tool. Then, select Done again to close the object layer settings.
7. Finally, select Export to save and share your edited image.

On Android

To use Edit Cutout on an Android device:

1. Start by selecting Start from the photo on the Create page and choose an image to import. You can also select Your Content and choose an existing design to edit.
2. If you imported a new image, make sure to select a template so that your image has a background layer.
3. Select an object on your image that you want to edit.
4. Click on Edit Cutout.
5. Now, you have the option to choose between Assisted and Manual cutouts. Let's see how you can use both of these features:
   • Select Assisted: In this mode, PhotoCut will help you by detecting objects and areas that have a similar color. You can then choose to Erase or Restore parts of the image by tapping on the area you want to edit.
   • Select Manual: In this mode, you have full control. You can choose to Erase or Restore parts of the image by selecting the Brush width and drawing over the area you want to edit.

6. Once you're done editing, select Done to approve your changes and close the Edit Cutout tool. Then, select Done again to close the object layer settings.
7. Finally, select Export to save and share your edited image.

‍On Web Page

To use Edit Cutout on a Web Page:

1. Start by selecting Start from the photo on the Create page and choose an image to import. You can also select Your Content and choose an existing design to edit.
2. If you imported a new image, make sure to select a template so that your image has a background layer.
3. Select an object on your image that you want to edit.
4. Click on Edit Cutout.
5. Now, you have the option to choose between Assisted and Manual cutouts. Let's see how you can use both of these features:some text
   • Select Assisted: In this mode, PhotoCut will help you by detecting objects and areas that have a similar color. You can then choose to Erase or Restore parts of the image by tapping on the area you want to edit.
   • Select Manual: In this mode, you have full control. You can choose to Erase or Restore parts of the image by selecting the Brush width and drawing over the area you want to edit.
6. Once you're done editing, select Done to approve your changes and close the Edit Cutout tool. Then, select Done again to close the object layer settings.
7. Finally, select Export to save and share your edited image.

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