How to Remove Watermark from Photo in Photoshop (2026 Guide)
While Photoshop is the industry standard for complex editing, using it just to remove a watermark can be overkill for most photographers. Here is the step-by-step manual process vs. the modern AI approach.
Method 1: Using Content-Aware Fill (v27.x)
Make a Selection
Use the Lasso Tool (L) to draw a loose border around the watermark. Ensure you leave a small margin of pixels around the edges.
Expand Selection
Go to Select > Modify > Expand. Enter 5-10 pixels to ensure no "ghost edges" remain.
Apply Fill
Go to Edit > Content-Aware Fill. In the preview window, adjust the sampling area if the texture looks mismatched.
Photoshop vs. RemoverMarca AI: The Efficiency Test
| Feature | Adobe Photoshop 2026 | RemoverMarca AI |
|---|---|---|
| Time (per photo) | ~5 to 15 Minutes | < 2 Seconds |
| Workflow | 12+ Manual Steps | 1-Click Auto |
| Batch Processing | Complex Scripts | Native Drag & Drop |
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Is AI removal better than Photoshop's Clone Stamp?▼
For 90% of watermarks, AI reconstruction is superior because it understands the context of the scene rather than just copying nearby pixels. Photoshop requires manual texture matching, which is time-consuming.