The quick answer
Start with your task. A model that makes a beautiful room may still change the label on your product.
Test one small edit on a copy. Compare it with the original at the size you need.
In this article
Keep these in mind
- Write down what may change and what must stay the same.
- Check details, output size, and cost before making a large batch.
- A good result on one photo does not prove a model will suit every job.
Decide what should change
A model is the AI that makes or edits your picture. Try a clear goal: “Change the wall behind this chair. Keep the chair as it is.” You can now judge whether the model did the job. “Which AI is best?” is harder to answer without a task.
You may not need AI for a small change. A Photoshop color adjustment can make a wall warmer. A mask lets you hide parts of a layer. Use the tool that gives you control over the change you need.
- New scene: check the light and where things sit.
- Small repair: check its edge and the area around it.
- Larger photo: check faces, text, and made-up details.
Check what you can send
A reference image is a picture you give the AI as an example. It can show a chair you want to keep or a room you want to copy. Check that the model accepts the kind of example you need. More examples are not always better.
Can you mark just the part you want to change? How large will the finished image be? Photoshop offers models from Adobe and other companies. Their controls can differ. Check your chosen model before starting.
Read more: Adobe: Use reference images for consistent results · Adobe: Use selections for generative editing
Try a small comparison
Use the same original, marked area, and request for each test. Keep the original on its own layer. Save the model name and settings with each result. That helps you find a useful version later.
View the results at the same size. Look closely at labels, fabric, faces, straight edges, and shadows. Then zoom out. Does the whole image still look right?
- Choose a photo like the ones you work on.
- Set a small test budget.
- Check both the changed area and the rest of the image.
- Keep the result that needs the least fixing.
Count the time needed to finish
Include the time you spend checking and fixing the image. A quick result can take longer to finish if it changes a label. A cheap attempt can become costly if you need many tries.
Keep the useful AI result on its own layer. Use a mask to show only the parts you want. If the tests do not fit your task, try another approach. You can also finish a small repair with normal Photoshop tools.
Read more: Adobe: Non-destructive editing techniques
Sources & further reading
Product features can change. Check the linked documentation for the version and service you use.