Tidy the real scene first
Move unrelated cups, loose packaging, and personal notes out of the frame before taking another photograph when possible. Use readable light and show the entire item alongside useful close-ups. For a chair, include the seat, legs, and any worn area rather than relying on one flattering angle. Physical preparation often produces a clearer record than asking an editor to rebuild a large part of the image after the fact.
Keep condition and included items visible
Do not remove scratches, stains, cracks, permanent fixtures, or other details a viewer needs to evaluate the offer. Likewise, avoid making a room seem larger by erasing a structural element or removing an item that is included in the sale. An incidental charging cable might be a distraction, but a frayed cable belonging to the product is relevant condition information. When the distinction is unclear, keep the detail and explain it in the written description instead of editing it away.
Review the photograph as a buyer would
Compare the edited copy with the source and ask whether a reasonable viewer would expect a different item or space after seeing it. Check edges, reflections, labels, and the count of included accessories. Generated fills can accidentally change those details even when your instruction was narrow. Keep an unedited reference available, disclose meaningful alterations, and follow the listing platform’s current image rules. Those rules vary, so this guide is an editorial approach rather than a statement of legal compliance. If an edit affects a purchasing decision, use a new accurate photograph instead.
Take it with you
- Improve the real scene before editing the image.
- Never hide condition or change what is included.
- Replace misleading edits with accurate new photographs.
Magic Eraser
Text-guided photo cleanup
Removed areas are filled with generated details and may not match the real scene. Keep originals and avoid misleading documentary or sales uses. Results and export options can vary; some features may require paid access. Review current privacy and purchase terms.