Easy Ways to Remove a Background in Photoshop

Introduction

Do you want to get rid of the background in your image? Maybe you want to replace it with something better or just clear up the clutter. No worries! I'll show you four simple ways to remove backgrounds in Photoshop. Plus, I'll introduce you to a smart tool that can erase backgrounds in seconds while keeping all the details in your image.

Tools for Background Removal

Using the Quick Selection Tool

The Quick Selection tool in Photoshop uses AI technology to detect edges in your image, making it easier to separate your subject from the background.

Best for: Making quick selections, images with complex details, and high-contrast subjects.

How to use it: Open your image in Photoshop, select and paint over your subject, fine-tune your selection, and save your image in PNG format.

Using the Remove Background Tool

The Remove Background tool is easy to use but may require additional tools for detailed background removal.

Best for: Images with a single subject against a simple background.

How to use it: Duplicate your layer, use the Remove Background tool, refine your edges, and save your image in PNG format.

Using the Background Eraser Tool

The Background Eraser tool erases similar colors on your background as you paint over them, making it beginner-friendly but less flexible.

Best for: Pictures with multiple background colors or quick cutouts without selections.

How to use it: Adjust sampling options, tolerance, and limit settings, and erase the background colors.

Using the Pen Tool

The Pen tool gives you precise control over your edits but requires patience and practice.

Best for: Specific selections or images with intricate details.

How to use it: Use the Pen tool to manually trace the outline of your subject, create anchor points, map out your subject, convert the path into a selection, and remove the background.