Seamlessly Remove Unwanted Objects from Photos with PaintShop Pro's Object Remover Tool

Updated at: 03/07/2025

Tired of distracting elements ruining your perfect photos? PaintShop Pro's Object Remover tool offers a seamless solution. This powerful feature intelligently analyzes images, removing unwanted objects naturally and efficiently. Learn how to effortlessly erase blemishes, power lines, or even entire people from your pictures, leaving behind pristine, professional-looking results. Let's dive in and discover the magic of this essential photo editing tool!

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Open Image and Select Tool

    • Open your photograph in PaintShop Pro's complete workspace.
    • Select the Object Remover tool (found by clicking the dropdown arrow beside the clone brush tool).
    Select the Object Remover tool (found by clicking the dropdown arrow beside the clone brush tool). Select the Object Remover tool (found by clicking the dropdown arrow beside the clone brush tool).
    Open Image and Select Tool

  2. Select the Object to Remove

    • Use the freehand selection tool or any other selection tool to create a selection around the object you want to remove.
    Use the freehand selection tool or any other selection tool to create a selection around the object you want to remove.
    Select the Object to Remove

  3. Select Replacement Area

    • Click the Source Mode button in the tool options palette. Position the rectangle over the area you want to use as a replacement for the selected object.
    Click the Source Mode button in the tool options palette. Position the rectangle over the area you want to use as a replacement for the selected object.
    Select Replacement Area

  4. Refine Replacement Area

    • Adjust the rectangle's size and position to best match the area being removed.
    Adjust the rectangle's size and position to best match the area being removed.
    Refine Replacement Area

  5. Apply Object Removal

    • Click the Apply button to remove the object and replace it with the selected background pattern.
    Click the Apply button to remove the object and replace it with the selected background pattern.
    Apply Object Removal
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Tips

  • If the first attempt isn't satisfactory, click Undo to restart or repeatedly click Apply to try different replacement selections.
  • Adjust the opacity or feather settings for finer control over blending.
  • Hide the selection marquee (Selections > Hide Marquee) for a clearer view of the results while keeping the selection active.
  • Adjust the feather control before making your selection to soften edges and improve blending (as demonstrated in the second example).

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Insufficient Selection Area

Reason: Not selecting enough pixels around the object you want to remove can lead to unnatural-looking results, especially around the edges.
Solution: Expand the selection area slightly beyond the object's boundaries to include enough surrounding pixels for seamless blending.

2. Ignoring Background Complexity

Reason: Trying to remove objects from complex or highly textured backgrounds without carefully considering the surrounding details can result in a noticeable patch.
Solution: Use the clone or healing tools to refine the area after removing the object and blend it more naturally with the surrounding background.

FAQs

Does the Object Remover tool work on all types of photos?
While it works best on photos with relatively clear backgrounds and distinct object boundaries, it can still achieve good results on various photo types. Complex backgrounds might require more adjustments.
What if the Object Remover leaves a noticeable mark or artifact?
PaintShop Pro offers several tools to seamlessly blend the removed area. Experiment with the clone brush, healing brush, or content-aware fill tools to refine the results and achieve a natural look. Careful selection of the area to remove is also crucial.
How much processing power does this tool require?
The processing power needed depends on the image size and complexity. Larger images with intricate backgrounds may take longer to process. However, it generally works efficiently on most modern computers.