Remove Unwanted Objects from Photos on iPhone using Google Photos

Updated at: 06/06/2025

Accidentally photobombed? Don't despair! Google Photos' magic eraser tool effortlessly removes unwanted objects from your iPhone photos. This simple guide will walk you through the process step-by-step, showing you how to banish those pesky power lines, distracting people, or even that rogue trash can from your cherished memories. Get ready to perfect your pictures with ease!

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Open and Access Google Photos

    • Open the Google Photos app on your iPhone.
    • Allow Google Photos access to your photos.
    Allow Google Photos access to your photos. Allow Google Photos access to your photos.
    Open and Access Google Photos

  2. Select Photo and Initiate Editing

    • Select the photo you want to edit.
    • Tap 'Edit' at the bottom.
    Tap 'Edit' at the bottom. Tap 'Edit' at the bottom.
    Select Photo and Initiate Editing

  3. Activate Magic Eraser

    • Tap 'Tools' at the bottom.
    • Select 'Magic Eraser'.
    Select 'Magic Eraser'. Select 'Magic Eraser'.
    Activate Magic Eraser

  4. Remove the Object

    • Circle the object you want to remove.
    • Repeat step 7 if necessary; you might need to go over the area multiple times for optimal results.
    Repeat step 7 if necessary; you might need to go over the area multiple times for optimal results. Repeat step 7 if necessary; you might need to go over the area multiple times for optimal results.
    Remove the Object

  5. Save the Edited Photo

    • Tap 'Done' in the bottom right corner.
    • Tap 'Save' in the bottom right corner.
    Tap 'Save' in the bottom right corner. Tap 'Save' in the bottom right corner.
    Save the Edited Photo
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Tips

  • You don't need to back up your photos to use this feature; you can turn that off in settings.
  • It may take a couple of tries to completely remove the object. Go over the area multiple times if needed.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Selecting the wrong object

Reason: The AI might misinterpret your selection, especially with complex or similar-looking objects.
Solution: Carefully review the highlighted area before confirming the removal to ensure it accurately represents the object you want to delete.

2. Leaving artifacts behind

Reason: The tool sometimes leaves behind unnatural-looking patches or distortions in the image after removal.
Solution: Try using a smaller selection area or experiment with different removal options if the results look unrealistic.

3. Using the tool on unsuitable photos

Reason: The tool performs best on photos with clear, distinct objects and simpler backgrounds; using it on heavily cluttered or low-resolution images leads to poor results.
Solution: Choose photos with minimal background clutter and sufficient resolution for optimal results.

FAQs

Does the magic eraser work on all types of photos?
While it works remarkably well on many photos, the magic eraser's effectiveness depends on the complexity of the background and the size/nature of the object. Simple objects against less detailed backgrounds usually yield the best results. Highly complex scenes or very small objects may be difficult to remove cleanly.