Learning Timeline
Key Insights
Benefits of the Harmonize Feature
Unlike manual techniques, the Harmonize feature automatically adjusts color tones, lighting, and even the subject's texture to match the new background environment without having to paint shadows manually.
The Importance of a Layer Mask
Ensure your subject has been cleanly masked (original background removed) before activating Harmonize to ensure the AI focuses only on the specific subject you want to adjust.
Step by Step
How to Use the Harmonize AI Feature in Photoshop
- Open the Adobe Photoshop Beta application (ensure you have an active Creative Cloud subscription).
- Import your background image into the Photoshop workspace.
- Add the second subject image you want to composite into the same file.
- Use smart features (such as 'Select Subject') to remove the subject's background and create a 'Layer Mask'.
- Press 'Ctrl+T' or 'Cmd+T' to adjust the size and position of the subject on the new background as needed.
- Click on the subject layer whose color tones you want to adjust.
- Navigate to the 'Filter' menu at the top, then select 'Neural Filters'.
- In the 'Neural Filters' panel, locate and enable the 'Harmonize' feature.
- Select the background layer in the 'Select a layer' section as a reference for the AI to match the colors.
- Wait for the AI to automatically process the changes on the subject.
- Click the 'OK' button to save the changes and blend the subject into the composition.
