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Forget Photoshop: Google AI Studio is the new editing powerhouse

Written by: Kipp Bodnar
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Image editing used to mean opening Photoshop, wading through complex tools, and spending hours on tedious fixes. I've been there. It was frustrating and a massive bottleneck.

Today, AI is changing everything. With Google Gemini's new flash model, all you have to do is upload an image and describe what you want changed, all in text. Then, Google AI Studio handles the rest, editing your image. The best part? This tool is completely free.

This is a game-changer for marketers who need quality visuals at scale. The speed at which we can now iterate is mind-blowing, and I'm obsessed with how it can democratize creative work across teams. Here’s how.

Setting Up Google AI Studio

If you don‘t love graphic design or using editing tools, working with images feels like a time sink. I’ve been there. Trying to remember Photoshop shortcuts while deadlines loom is stressful.

But, Google Gemini 2.0‘s new flash model is bimodal, meaning you can upload images and text. The AI’s ability to understand both formats lets you edit any image just by typing. This is a massive productivity win for marketers who need to iterate quickly.

Here's how it works: First, head over to . When you land, you'll get a pop-up asking if you have an API key or if you want to use Google Gemini. Choose Gemini.

Next, select the new Gemini 2.0 Flash preview from the menu on the right and make sure the output is set to “images and text.”

Now, you’re ready to go. Simply upload the image you want to edit and type your instructions into the prompter.

Google AI Studio allows me to add items to images in seconds. In the past, I would have had to find a tennis ball and Photoshop it into the image above. Now, I can make changes with just one prompt.

I love how this streamlines my creative workflow. I can adjust an image's contrast, lighting, and saturation without browsing through menus.

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