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Remove scratch marks and surface damage from old prints in seconds.

Family portrait with visible diagonal scratches crossing faces Same portrait with scratches removed and faces restored cleanly

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"remove the scratches crossing the face, carefully reconstruct the facial features underneath"

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How it works

  1. Upload your scratched photo

    Upload a sharp photo of the vehicle from a clear angle. Natural daylight and minimal reflections help the AI handle scratched photo accurately. JPG, PNG, WebP up to 7MB.

    Expect: Light scratches: 15-20 seconds. Heavy surface damage with many scratches: may need 2-3 refinements.

  2. Describe the repair you need

    Type your instruction: 'remove all the scratches and restore the photo' or 'repair the scratch marks across the face.' Be specific if scratches are in critical areas like faces. No marking needed for general scratch removal across the entire image.

    Tip: Mention scratch severity: 'remove the deep scratches' vs 'fix the fine surface scratches' helps the AI calibrate its repair approach.

    Copy one of these to get started:

    General scratch removal across entire photo remove all the scratches and surface damage, restore the photo to clean condition
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    Scratches across faces remove the scratches crossing the face, carefully reconstruct the facial features underneath
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    Deep gouges in photo surface repair the deep scratches and gouges, fill in the missing areas to match the surrounding image
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    Fine hairline scratches from handling remove the fine scratches and surface wear, clean up the photo while preserving all original detail
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    Scratches on patterned background repair the scratches and reconstruct the pattern underneath to match the rest of the background
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    Cat or pet scratches on print remove the claw marks and scratches, restore the torn areas to match the original photo
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    Scratched negative or slide scan remove the scratches from this scanned negative, clean up dust marks and surface damage
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  3. Review the repair

    Check areas where scratches crossed important details like faces, text, or fine patterns. Look for smooth blending where scratches were removed. Verify no new artifacts appeared in previously undamaged areas.

See it in action

Family portrait with visible diagonal scratches crossing faces
Before
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Same portrait with scratches removed and faces restored cleanly
After

Family portrait with diagonal scratches repaired

Deep scratches from storage had damaged this 1980s family portrait. The AI removed all scratches while preserving facial details.

Prompt: remove all the scratches and surface damage, restore the photo to clean condition
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Wedding photo with deep scratch gouge across bride's dress
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Wedding photo with dress fabric reconstructed and scratch removed
After

Wedding photo with deep gouge fixed

A deep scratch had gouged across the bride's dress. The AI reconstructed the dress fabric seamlessly.

Prompt: repair the deep scratches and gouges, fill in the missing areas to match the surrounding image
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Classic car photo with many fine scratches across surface
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Clean car photo with all surface scratches removed
After

Vintage car photo with multiple scratches cleaned

Years of handling had left fine scratches all over this car photo. The AI cleaned the entire surface.

Prompt: remove the fine scratches and surface wear, clean up the photo while preserving all original detail
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Quick answers

Do I need to mark each scratch before describing the repair?

No! For overall scratch removal, just describe what you want: 'remove all the scratches.' The AI identifies scratch patterns automatically—they have distinctive characteristics that differ from image content.

Can AI repair scratches that cross faces?

Yes, but results depend on scratch severity. Fine scratches across faces repair nearly perfectly. Deep gouges that removed significant facial information require the AI to reconstruct features, which may not be pixel-perfect to the original. For important photos, do overall repair first, then refine facial areas with targeted prompts mentioning 'preserve likeness.'

What's the difference between scratches and cracks?

Scratches are surface marks that didn't remove image content—the information is still there beneath the scratch. Cracks in the photo emulsion actually break apart the image layer. The AI handles both, but cracks require more reconstruction. Use 'repair cracks' for actual emulsion damage and 'remove scratches' for surface marks.

Should I try to clean my photo before scanning?

Light cleaning is fine, but avoid aggressive wiping that might create new scratches. The AI handles dust spots and minor debris along with scratches. If the photo is very delicate, scan it as-is and let the AI handle cleanup—that's safer than risking physical damage during cleaning.

Will the repair be invisible?

For most scratches, yes. The AI matches texture, color, and grain of surrounding areas. Deep scratches on complex patterns or faces may show subtle signs of reconstruction under close inspection, but are invisible at normal viewing distances. The key is matching the original photo's grain pattern.

Is EditThisPic's AI scratched photo fixer really free?

Yes — you get 1 free edit per week, no account needed. Plans start at $4.99/month for 15 edits.

Can I fix scratched photo on my phone?

Yes. EditThisPic works in any mobile browser — iPhone, Android, tablet. No app download needed.

What photo formats does the AI scratched photo fixer support?

JPG, PNG, WebP, and HEIC. Upload any common photo format and EditThisPic handles the rest.

How much does EditThisPic cost?

You get 1 free edit per week — no account needed. After that, credit packs start at $1.99 for 3 edits. Monthly plans start at $4.99/mo for 20 edits with unused credits rolling over. All edits are full resolution with no watermark.

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