Inpainting
Image & Video AIAn AI technique that fills in selected areas of an image — used to remove objects, fix imperfections, or add new elements to specific regions.
Inpainting lets you select a region of an image and have AI regenerate just that area. You might erase a person from a photo and have AI fill in the background, remove a watermark, or replace an object with something else entirely.
Modern AI inpainting is remarkably sophisticated. Tools like Adobe Firefly, Stable Diffusion, and DALL-E can seamlessly match lighting, perspective, texture, and style when filling in regions — far beyond the old 'content-aware fill' that often left obvious artifacts.
Outpainting is the related technique of extending an image beyond its original borders. Both inpainting and outpainting are standard features in AI image editors and are widely used in photography, design, and content creation.
Real-World Example
When you use Adobe Firefly or Stable Diffusion to erase a person from a photo and the AI seamlessly fills in the background — that's inpainting.
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FAQ
What is Inpainting?
An AI technique that fills in selected areas of an image — used to remove objects, fix imperfections, or add new elements to specific regions.
How is Inpainting used in practice?
When you use Adobe Firefly or Stable Diffusion to erase a person from a photo and the AI seamlessly fills in the background — that's inpainting.
What concepts are related to Inpainting?
Key related concepts include Outpainting, Diffusion Model. Understanding these together gives a more complete picture of how Inpainting fits into the AI landscape.