Remove BG Plugin

Automatically remove backgrounds from images using AI-powered background removal. Perfect for product photos, portraits, and creating transparent images without manual masking.

Opening Remove BG

Removing Backgrounds

Best Results

Image Types That Work Well

• Product photos - Items with clear edges against simple backgrounds
• Portraits - People photos with good contrast between subject and background
• Objects - Single objects with defined edges
• High contrast - Subjects that stand out from their backgrounds

Image Types That May Need Manual Editing

• Complex hair - Fine hair details may need refinement
• Transparent objects - Glass, water, smoke may not separate cleanly
• Similar colors - Subject and background with very similar tones
• Busy backgrounds - Cluttered backgrounds with many elements

Working with Removed Backgrounds

Adding New Backgrounds

1. Create a rectangle or insert an image for your new background
2. Send it to back (⌘/Ctrl + [)
3. Position your background-removed image on top

Creating Cutouts

Use background-removed images as cutouts:

• Layer them over gradient backgrounds
• Combine with other design elements
• Create collage effects by overlapping multiple cutouts

Exporting Transparent Images

To export with transparent background:

1. Select the background-removed image
2. Right-click → Export Selection
3. Choose PNG format (preserves transparency)
4. Click Export

Common Use Cases

E-commerce Product Images

Create clean product shots:

1. Remove background from product photos
2. Place on white background for marketplace listings
3. Or layer over lifestyle scenes for promotional graphics

Marketing Materials

Build flexible marketing assets:

• Remove backgrounds from team photos for About Us pages
• Create cutouts for social media posts
• Build layered graphics with isolated elements

App & Web Design

Integrate realistic elements:

• Add product images to app mockups without background distraction
• Create hero sections with clean subject isolation
• Build custom graphics combining multiple sources

Refining Results

Manual Touch-ups

If the automated removal isn't perfect:

1. Use the Eraser tool to manually remove remaining background pixels
2. Or use Vector masks for precise edge control
3. Consider using Feather effect to soften hard edges

Edge Refinement

Improve edge quality:

• Add a subtle Inner Shadow to create separation from new backgrounds
• Apply a tiny Stroke (0.5-1px) matching the subject's edge colors
• Use Blur very sparingly on edges for softer blending

Tips & Best Practices

Preparation

• Use high-resolution source images for best results
• Ensure good lighting and contrast in original photos
• Crop tightly around subjects before processing

Workflow Efficiency

• Process multiple images in batch by selecting them all
• Save background-removed images as components for reuse
• Keep a library of processed images for quick access

Quality Control

• Always zoom in to 100% to check edge quality
• Test against different background colors to verify cleanliness
• Check for artifacts or missed pixels around fine details

Troubleshooting

Too Much Removed

If the AI removes part of your subject:

• Undo and try with a higher quality source image
• Manually restore missing areas using the image's original version
• Consider using manual masking for complex subjects

Background Remnants

If background pixels remain:

• Use the Eraser tool to manually clean up
• Apply a vector mask for precise edge control
• Try processing the image again after adjusting contrast

Jagged Edges

If edges look rough:

• Apply a 1-2px Blur to the entire image for softer edges
• Use Inner Shadow to hide edge imperfections
• Consider manual masking with feathering for critical work

Related Topics

• Working with images
• Masking and clipping
• Unsplash plugin