How to Remove Watermarks from Photos

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Launch Photoshop and open the photo from which you want the watermark removed.

   This icon features a bandage lying over a white spot. ,, For example, if trying to remove a thin watermark line, you may want to decrease the size of the brush for the best precision and results. , This will erase a portion of the watermark. , For larger watermark areas, you’ll want to use the lasso tool. , This icon resembles a cowboy lasso. ,, This brings up the “Fill” options menu. , The watermark will now be removed.
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   Step 2: Select the “Spot Healing Brush Tool” from the toolbox on the left.

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   Step 3: Select the radio button next to the “Content-Aware” fill option in the top toolbar.

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   Step 4: Position the brush over your photo

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   Step 5: and press the keys to increase or decrease the size of the brush as desired.

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   Step 6: Use your cursor to paint the brush carefully over the watermark.

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   Step 7: Continue painting over smaller sections of the watermark until all traces are gone.

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   Step 8: Click on the “Lasso” option in the toolbox.

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   Step 9: Position your cursor on the border of the watermark

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    Step 10: then drag the lasso around the watermark.

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    Step 11: Press “D” on your keyboard.

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    Step 12: Select “Content Aware” from the “Use” dropdown menu

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    Step 13: then click “OK.” This instructs Photoshop to fill in the missing watermark with content that blends in with its surroundings.

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