You can now talk to Google Photos to make your edits | TechCrunch
Google Photos Adds 'Ask to Edit' Feature for More FlexibilityIntroduction:
You know when you use Google Photos? It’s our trusted go-to app for taking, sharing, and editing photos. But what happens when an edit is made? You usually can’t just say “I’m done” anymore—unless... Google Photos now adds a new feature: "Ask to Edit".
Background on How Google Photos Has Improved:
Google Photos has always been known for its powerful editing capabilities, but it’s still nowhere near the level of features you’d expect from modern apps. For example, in previous versions, you could use voice commands like “take a closer look” or “highlight” to make edits. Plus, you could share photos directly with others via email or cloud storage. But for more flexibility and personalization, there’s something missing.
The New Feature: "Ask to Edit"
Google Photos now introduces an extra step for fine-tuning your editing choices—specifically, the ability to ask someone else to make precise adjustments when you’ve already done so. Whether it’s moving a selection back or forth in a photo, voice commands, or even text-to-speech, you can now dictate where your edit lands.
Here’s how it works:
1. You select a photo or document and start editing.
2. When you’re done with the edit, Google Photos tells you exactly where it needs to go.
3. Tell Google Photos “I want this edit to happen sometime back” (or some other agreed-upon timeframe).
4. Once told, Google Photos interprets your request and makes the adjustment.
Benefits of "Ask to Edit":
- Extra Flexibility: You can make precise adjustments that don’t require a voice command or manual action.
- Save Time: Especially for busy users, this feature can help you finish edits faster by streamlining steps.
- Confusion Reduction: It eliminates the need for back-and-forth explanations in certain scenarios.
How It Works: A Step-by-Step Guide
Let’s walk through an example to illustrate how "Ask to Edit" works:
1. Open a photo in Google Photos, say, editing a painting.
2. Start making edits—use voice commands like “make the red rectangle bigger” or text-to-speech to label selections.
3. When you’re done with your edit on that selection, Google Photos will show it where you need to move it.
4. Ask Google Photos to “move the selection two seconds back” (or whatever timeframe you choose).
5. Once told, Google Photos interprets your request and moves the selection accordingly.
Conclusion:
Google Photos’ "Ask to Edit" feature is a thoughtful addition that makes fine-tuning edits feel more personal and efficient. It’s something tech companies are always working on—broadening their apps while keeping them focused on what they do best. Whether you’re editing images, documents, or videos, this new feature gives you greater control over your work.
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