Adobe launches new Firefly AI tools for Illustrator and Photoshop

Adobe has announced the release of new Firefly tools for Illustrator and Photoshop, offering creative professionals more options for creating and editing with the company's software.

Here's What We Know

The tools, which are based on artificial intelligence and machine learning, are designed to simplify workflows and give users more control over their content.

Illustrator Update:

• Generative Shape Fill (beta): This tool allows graphic designers to generate detailed vectors to shapes using text prompts.
• Dimension Tool: This tool helps designers accurately determine dimensions for their projects.
• Mockup (beta): This tool lets you create visual prototypes of your designs on everyday objects.
• Retype: This tool makes it easy to change text formatting without having to retype.
• Enhanced Selection Tools: These tools improve the ability to select and manipulate objects.
• Text to Pattern (beta): This tool lets you turn text into patterns.
• Style Reference: This tool helps designers maintain visual consistency across their projects.

Photoshop Update:

• Selection Brush: This tool makes selecting, composing, and applying filters more intuitive.
• Adjustment Brush: This tool lets you apply non-destructive adjustments to specific parts of an image.
• Enhanced Task Bar: This bar offers contextual information and tools that make working with images easier.
• Printing Enhancements: These enhancements improve the printing experience from Photoshop.
• Image Creation Features: These features make it easier to create images from scratch.

The company understands that some users may feel threatened by the use of AI, and therefore strives to develop tools that empower users rather than replace them.

Some of these new tools are currently available in beta versions of Illustrator and Photoshop, while others are widely available in both tools. Users can learn more about the updates and download the beta versions on the Adobe website.

Source: Adobe