Google is taking photo editing to the next level by introducing a new way to interact with Google Photos. Announced at this year’s Made by Google event, the app will soon allow users to simply describe what edits they want—either by speaking or typing—and the app will do the work for them.
The feature will debut on the new Pixel 10 devices in the U.S., giving users the ability to request edits in natural language. For example, you could say “remove the cars in the background” or “brighten the photo,” and Google Photos will apply the changes instantly. Even broader commands like “fix this old picture” will work, making photo enhancement easier for those who aren’t familiar with editing tools.
This new option is powered by Google’s Gemini technology, which helps the app interpret user requests and make smart adjustments. It can handle a variety of edits, ranging from removing unwanted objects and adjusting lighting to more playful modifications like adding props or changing the background. For users unsure of what they want, a simple “make it better” prompt will automatically enhance the image. The app can also provide suggestions and respond to follow-up requests if you want to refine the results further.
Alongside this, Google is introducing support for C2PA Content Credentials within Google Photos. This standard is designed to bring more transparency to digital media by showing how an image was created and whether AI tools were used. Pixel 10 smartphones will be the first to support this system, with credentials applied directly through the Camera app and stored with every photo—even those not edited with AI.
By adding C2PA, Google aims to give users confidence in the authenticity of their photos while also helping viewers understand when and how AI has been applied. After launching with the Pixel 10, this technology will gradually expand across Google Photos for iOS and Android in the coming weeks.
The “edit by asking” functionality is available starting Wednesday for Pixel 10 users, with more devices gaining access later. This move highlights Google’s continued push to make everyday tasks easier through AI, making photo editing more intuitive, accessible, and fun for everyone.
