Google says those frustrating Photos freezes are finally fixed
No more workarounds needed!
Google Photos has recently introduced a new privacy feature called Redact, designed to protect sensitive information in images. This tool allows users to pixelate private text or faces with just a single swipe, making it an immediate and convenient solution for Android users. Previously, Apple had offered native face-blurring tools in iOS 18, but Google's Redact tool steps up by providing a more refined and effective approach to obscuring sensitive details.
To utilize this feature, users simply need to open a photo or screenshot in Google Photos, tap Edit, and navigate to the Markup section. From there, they can select the Redact pen, choose a blur style, and adjust the brush thickness as needed to cover up any unwanted elements. Once satisfied with the edits, users can tap the checkmark icon and select Save as copy in the top-right corner to maintain their original unedited photo.
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