PhixitErase part of an image
The eraser paints transparency into the photo, so you can cut out a shape, remove a background by hand, or clean up the edges after a magic erase.
Free, no sign-up. Your photo stays on your device. Try it on a sample photo
How to erase part of an image
- Choose or drop an image. The Erase tool is ready.
- Paint over what you want gone. The checkerboard shows through where the image is now transparent.
- Save as PNG or WebP from Export; PNG is preselected.
Good to know
- For plain backgrounds, Magic erase removes most of it in one click; finish with the eraser.
- Lower Edge hardness for soft, natural edges on hair and fur.
- Zoom to 100% or closer to clean up edges precisely.
Questions
Why did my transparent areas turn white?
The file was saved as JPEG, which has no transparency. Save as PNG or WebP.
Can I bring back what I erased?
Yes, with undo.
Can I erase drawings without touching the photo?
Yes. The eraser in the Draw tool only removes drawing and text.
Related tools
- Remove a plain backgroundClick a plain background, such as white paper or a studio wall, to make it transparent, then save a PNG.
- Convert to PNGSave any image as a lossless PNG that keeps transparency and sharp text.
- Clone stampCopy one part of a photo over another with a soft-edged clone brush, for precise retouching along lines and patterns.
- Retouch a photoHeal blemishes, clone, erase, fix red eye, hide private details and remove dust: a full retouch toolkit that runs on your device.