What’s new in Adobe Photoshop on desktop

Last updated on Apr 28, 2026

Explore the new and enhanced features in the latest releases of Adobe Photoshop on desktop.

April 2026 (version 27.6)

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Rotate objects directly on the canvas to adjust their angle

Rotate and tilt pixel layers into new perspectives and adjust their orientation using on-canvas controls. Preview changes as you rotate and apply the final result when ready.

Learn more about rotating objects and adjusting their orientation on the canvas ›

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Quickly clean up your Layers panel

Remove empty layers and automatically rename layers based on their content to keep your document structured and easy to navigate.

Learn more about deleting empty layers and renaming layers in your document ›

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Find and remove distractions in your images

Use the Remove   tool and Find distractions to automatically detect and remove general distractions, with options to review and refine before applying changes.

Learn more about finding and removing distractions using the Remove tool ›

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Explore more partner AI models for greater control over generative results

Choose Gemini 3.1 (with Nano Banana 2) to fine-tune how content is generated and better match your creative intent.

Learn more about selecting and using partner AI models in Generative Fill ›

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Edit more intuitively and get more realistic results with Generative Fill and Firefly Image 5  

Describe your edits using natural language instructional prompts using the Firefly Image 5 model with Generative Fill, and get high-quality, precise results.

Learn more about selecting and using Adobe AI models in Generative Fill ›

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Use multiple reference images to guide more consistent results 

Upload multiple reference images when working with partner models like Flux and Gemini to better control composition, style, and output.

Learn more about using reference images to guide Generative Fill results ›

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Move seamlessly between Photoshop and Firefly Boards

Send images to Firefly Boards to explore and organize ideas, then bring them back to Photoshop for precise editing and final production.

Learn more about using Firefly Boards with Photoshop ›

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Apply common edits faster with a streamlined Actions panel

Browse, preview, and apply actions with an updated Actions panel. Quickly access categories, preview effects on hover, and customize actions.

Learn more about applying and customizing actions ›

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Make text adapt automatically to shapes and paths

Use Dynamic Text   to resize and reflow text within shapes like Circle, Arch, and Bow, as you adjust layout and positioning.

Learn more about using Dynamic Text ›

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Create and adjust gradients with more control

Apply gradients with more control over color, direction, and transitions, and refine them after applying.

Learn more about applying and editing gradients using the Gradient tool ›

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Remove unwanted reflections from photos

Remove reflections from images shot through glass and generate a clearer result, with options to control output quality and separate the reflection and image on different layers for nondestructive editing.

Learn more about removing reflections from images ›

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Access the right tools faster with an updated Contextual Task Bar

Work more efficiently with an updated Contextual Task Bar that surfaces relevant actions based on your selection.

Learn more about using the Contextual Task Bar to speed up workflows ›

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Generate images from text prompts

Create images from simple text prompts without leaving your workspace, review variations, and add the result directly to your canvas.

Learn more about generating images using text prompts ›

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March 2026 (version 27.5)

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Open cloud documents in Firefly Boards from Adobe Photoshop

Create and organize variations in Firefly Boards, then continue refining them in Photoshop.

Learn more about Firefly Boards ›

January 2026 (version 27.3)

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Adjust contrast with the Clarity and dehaze adjustment layer

Improve midtone contrast and reduce haze non-destructively.

Learn more about the Clarity and dehaze adjustment layer ›

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Adjust texture with the Grain adjustment layer

Add and refine grain non-destructively.

Learn more about the Grain adjustment layer ›

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Create more with new Firefly models in Generative Fill and Generative Expand

Get more accurate results by choosing the latest Firefly Fill & Expand model for Generative Fill   and Generative Expand  .

Learn more about AI models in Generative Fill ›

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Easily remove objects or people with the updated Remove tool

Quickly remove unwanted objects or people from images using the updated Remove tool. 

Learn more about using the Remove tool ›

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Get consistent results with Reference Image

Use a reference image to help match objects more consistently in Generative Fill.

Learn more about Reference Image in Generative Fill ›

Create more with more partner AI models in Generative Fill

Select the model that best matches the style and results you want.

Learn more about partner AI models available in Generative Fill ›

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Create more with more partner AI models in Generative Fill

Select the model that best matches the style and results you want.

Learn more about partner AI models available in Generative Fill ›

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Create more with new partner AI models in Generative Fill

Choose the model that best fits your specific prompt or scene.

Learn more about partner AI models available in Generative Fill ›

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Build realistic composites with Harmonize

Adjust lighting, color, and shadows to seamlessly blend objects into a scene.

Learn more about Harmonize ›

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Get sharper, clearer images with Generative Upscale (powered by Topaz Labs)

Sharpen and upscale your images to higher resolutions without losing detail.

Learn more about Generative Upscale ›

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Access Adobe Stock photos directly in Photoshop

Browse and import stock photos without leaving the workspace.

Learn how to browse and import Adobe Stock photos ›

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Export Photoshop assets to the Adobe cloud

Collaborate faster by exporting final assets from Photoshop directly to the Adobe cloud.

Learn how to export Photoshop assets to the Adobe cloud ›

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Generate videos with Firefly using Photoshop assets

Send a Photoshop asset to Firefly to kickstart video generation.

Learn how to generate videos in Firefly ›

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Apply Color and vibrance adjustments non-destructively

Fine-tune Temperature, Tint, Vibrance, and Saturation with the new adjustment layer.

Learn how to use the Color and vibrance adjustment layer ›

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Work faster with improved Select Subject and Remove Background

Select Device to get better selections with Select Subject and Remove Background.

Learn how to get improved selections and better results with Select Subject and Remove background ›

Access Adobe Express templates from the Photoshop homescreen

Browse and select Adobe Express templates for social media posts, posters, and flyers from within Photoshop.

Learn how to access Adobe Express templates to quickly start and customize designs ›

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Create shared Projects to organize assets and collaborate in one place

Organize files into Projects, collaborate with edit or comment access, and manage everything in one place.

Learn how to create and share Projects ›

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Import and edit Firefly-generated images in Photoshop

Import previously generated Firefly images in Photoshop and edit them in a new document while keeping the original asset unchanged.

Learn how to import and edit Firefly-generated images in Photoshop ›

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Share and collaborate with Projects

Collaborate better and work faster by organizing your assets with Projects.

Learn how to share and collaborate with Projects ›

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Refine Firefly-generated images in Photoshop

Refine Firefly-generated images faster with full control by importing them into Photoshop.

Learn how to refine Firefly-generated images in Photoshop ›

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Get a better typing experience for CJK languages

Enjoy smoother, more precise typography when working with Chinese, Japanese, and Korean languages.

Learn how to use improved typing experience for CJK languages ›

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Create custom star shapes and other polygons

Create star shapes on canvas with the Star tool, and adjust points, radii, and styling in the Contextual Task Bar.

Learn how to create and customize star shapes ›

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Remove objects non-destructively with Remove button in the Contextual Task Bar

Replace selected content non-destructively on a new pixel layer with faster, cleaner edits.

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Work with your preferred Firefly model in Photoshop

Select a Firefly model for Generative Fill and Generative Expand in Photoshop via the Contextual Task Bar.

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Share images to apps with custom formats and resolutions

Send images to apps like Mail and Slack via Share > Send to Apps, choosing the file format and resolution for faster sharing.

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Create text layouts that auto-adjust with Dynamic Text

Work with standout text layouts that resize and reflow as you scale or modify the text box.

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Get accurate selections with Select Subject and Remove Background using cloud processing

Enable cloud processing to improve Select Subject and Remove Background results.

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Create and share high-quality images with smaller file sizes using AVIF and JPEG XL

Work with AVIF and JPEG XL in Photoshop to save space, preserve quality, and leverage HDR for high-quality images.

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Select and refine people and their features with precision

Make precise selections of people, and their hair, face, and accessories and then fine-tune color and lighting.

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Easily adjust colors with on-canvas controls

Adjust hue, saturation, and lightness with improved on-canvas controls and a redesigned Hue/Saturation panel.

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Generate consistent variations with Composition Reference in Generate Image

Generate variations and guide layouts with your reference image’s structure for better results.

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Simplify edits with easy-to-use, customizable Adjustment Presets

Work with simplified navigation, intuitive icons, and customizable groups for smoother editing workflows.