How to Edit Photos on iPad

Why the iPad Is Great for Photo Editing

The iPad's large screen, accurate color display, and touch interface make it a natural fit for photo editing. Apple's Retina display lets you see fine details while editing, and the portability means you can edit photos from the couch, a coffee shop, or while traveling. The challenge has always been software — desktop-class editors like Photoshop require expensive subscriptions, and most free iPad apps are loaded with ads or limited to basic filters. AI-powered browser tools change this. You get advanced editing capabilities directly in Safari without installing anything.

Photo Edits You Can Do on iPad

• Remove unwanted objects — people, power lines, trash, signs, or any distraction
• Change or remove backgrounds — swap a cluttered room for a clean white backdrop
• Fix lighting issues — brighten dark photos, correct overexposure, or add golden hour warmth
• Enhance image quality — sharpen blurry shots, reduce grain, and upscale resolution
• Replace the sky — swap gray overcast for blue sky, sunset, or dramatic clouds
• Creative edits — change hair color, add snow, convert to painting style, or apply vintage looks

Browser Editing vs. iPad Apps

iPad photo editing apps fall into two categories: simple ones with filters and sliders, and complex ones that try to replicate desktop software. The simple apps can't do object removal or background replacement. The complex ones have steep learning curves, require subscriptions, and eat up storage space. EditThisPic in the browser skips both problems. You describe what you want in plain language. No layers, masks, selection tools, or manual brush work. The AI figures out the technical part. And since it runs in Safari, there's nothing to install or update.

Using Touch and Apple Pencil for Precise Edits

EditThisPic works with iPad's touch and stylus input. Tap on specific objects in your photo to place edit markers, then describe what you want done to that area. This is especially useful when you need to remove one specific person from a group, fix a small blemish, or edit a particular section without affecting the rest. If you have an Apple Pencil, it gives you even more precision for placing markers on small details.

Efficient iPad Editing Workflow

For the fastest workflow on iPad, open EditThisPic in Safari and add it to your home screen for quick access. When you want to edit a photo, tap the upload button and select from your Photos library, or use drag and drop in Split View. After editing, the download saves directly to your Files app or Photos. You can also use iPad's built-in screenshot and markup tools alongside AI edits — crop or annotate with native tools, then use AI for the heavy lifting like object removal or background replacement.

Tips for Best Results on iPad

Safari on iPad handles large images well, but for the fastest processing, keep files under 7MB. If you're editing photos from a newer iPad Pro camera or imported from a DSLR, the quality will be preserved throughout the editing process. Use specific prompts for better results: instead of 'make it look better,' try 'brighten the shadows and add warm tones.' For batch editing, keep the Safari tab open between edits — there's no session to lose. EditThisPic also supports HEIC files natively, so you can upload directly from your iPad's camera roll without converting.