Do I need to mark where the person should go?
No. Just describe the position: 'add a person standing on the right side of the group' or 'add someone sitting in the empty chair.' The AI understands spatial descriptions. Use markers only when you need precise placement in crowded scenes, or when the description alone keeps putting the person in the wrong spot.
Can I add a specific real person to a photo using their picture?
Yes. Click '+ Add reference image' below the prompt and upload a photo of the person you want to add. EditThisPic will extract that specific person - their face, features, everything - and composite them into your main image. This is perfect for adding family members who missed the group photo using a picture from their phone. If you don't have a reference photo, you can also describe the person and the AI will generate someone matching that description.
Can I add someone who passed away to a family photo?
Yes, and many families find this deeply meaningful. Upload a photo of your loved one as a reference image, then describe where you'd like them in the photo. The AI preserves their likeness while matching the scene's lighting and style. This works well for memorial displays, holiday cards, or simply creating the complete family portrait you wish you had. Take your time - most people need 2-3 attempts to get the placement feeling right.
How do I insert a person into a photo for free?
EditThisPic lets you insert anyone into any photo completely free, with no signup or account required. Upload your main photo, click '+ Add reference image' to upload the person you want to add, describe where to place them, and click edit. The result downloads without any watermark. You get one free edit per week, or you can purchase credits for more.
Can I put someone in a photo without Photoshop?
Yes. EditThisPic is specifically designed for people who don't have Photoshop or design skills. Instead of manually masking, cutting, and blending (which takes hours in Photoshop), you just upload both photos and describe what you want. The AI handles all the technical work - matching lighting, scaling correctly, blending edges. Results in about 30 seconds instead of hours.
How do I merge two photos with different people together?
Upload your main photo (the scene you want to keep), then click '+ Add reference image' to upload the second photo containing the person you want to add. Describe where to place them: 'add this person standing on the right side of the group.' The AI extracts the person from the reference image and composites them naturally into your main photo.
What photo quality do I need for the reference image?
The reference photo should clearly show the person's face and body. Phone selfies work fine - you don't need professional quality. The main requirements are: (1) the person should be reasonably large in the frame, not tiny in the background, (2) their face should be visible and not heavily obscured, and (3) the photo shouldn't be extremely blurry. The AI can handle different lighting and angles between your main photo and reference.
Will the added person look fake or obviously edited?
When done well, no. The AI automatically matches lighting direction, shadow placement, scale relative to other people, and edge blending. The key to natural results is: (1) using a reference photo with similar lighting to your scene, (2) positioning the person in a natural spot (edges of groups work best), and (3) describing clothing that matches the scene. Most edits look convincingly real, though complex scenes with unusual lighting may need 2-3 refinements.
Can I add multiple people at once?
Yes. You can describe multiple people in one prompt: 'add two children standing in front of the adults' or 'add a group of three people in the background.' You can also upload multiple reference images to add specific people. For the most control over placement, add one person at a time - each edit takes about 30 seconds.
Does this work for adding someone to a crowded group photo?
Yes, but crowded scenes require more precision. Use markers to indicate exactly where in the crowd the person should appear. Describe how they should interact with nearby people: 'add someone in the gap between the two people on the left.' Position them where there's actually space - trying to squeeze someone into a tightly packed group looks unnatural.
Can I add someone to a wedding photo?
Yes, wedding photos are one of the most common use cases. The key is matching the formal attire and consistent lighting of professional wedding photography. Describe the clothing specifically: 'wearing a navy bridesmaid dress matching the others' or 'in a dark formal suit like the groomsmen.' Position additions at the ends of group lineups rather than trying to insert them in the middle.
How do I make the added person match the photo's lighting?
Describe the lighting in your prompt: 'with soft studio lighting from the left' or 'matching the bright outdoor sunlight.' Look at where shadows fall on existing people and mention that direction. If the first result has mismatched lighting, refine with: 'adjust lighting to match the other people, with shadows falling to the right.'
Is EditThisPic really free? What's the catch?
EditThisPic offers one completely free edit per week with no account required and no watermark on the result. There's no catch - we want you to try the tool and see the quality before deciding if you need more edits. If you need more than one edit per week, you can purchase credit packs (starting at $4.99 for 10 edits) or subscribe for monthly credits.
Can I use this to create fake photos of real people?
Our terms prohibit creating deceptive content, impersonation, or images that could harm others. The tool is designed for legitimate uses like completing family photos, memorial images, and fixing group shots. We reserve the right to terminate accounts that violate these policies.
What if the person I want to add is facing the wrong direction?
The AI can adjust the person's orientation to match your scene. In your prompt, specify: 'add this person facing left to match the others' or 'turn them to face the camera.' For best results, use a reference photo where the person is already facing a similar direction, but the AI can handle moderate adjustments.
