PowerPoint adds AI-powered image editing with “Designer editor”

PowerPoint will add the AI-powered Designer editor by December 2025, enabling in-app image editing with features like generative erase, move, text editing, background removal, and auto-enhance. It will be enabled by default for all Microsoft 365 users, with usage limits based on subscription type. The new Designer editor integration in PowerPoint introduces a modern, intuitive image editing experience directly within your slides—eliminating the need to switch apps or interrupt your workflow. Whether you’re refining visuals for a pitch deck, enhancing marketing assets, or simply making your slides more engaging, the Designer editor enables fast, seamless image enhancements powered by AI. Screenshot 1: Designer editor is now built into PowerPoint, so you can edit pictures without leaving the app. To get started, select a picture and then select Picture Format > Edit Picture, or right-click it and select Edit Picture. View image in new tab Screenshot 2: Transform your visuals using AI-powered tools like Remove background, Auto enhance, and more—right from the canvas. View image in new tab This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 508530. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early December 2025 and is expected to complete by mid-December 2025. How this affects your organization: Who is affected: All users of PowerPoint in Microsoft 365 across commercial and education tenants. What will happen: Users will gain access to a new AI-powered image editing experience within PowerPoint. The Designer editor will be available directly in the PowerPoint interface. The following capabilities will be included: Generative Erase:  Remove unwanted elements from images. Generative Move: Reposition objects within an image. Add Text: Insert text directly onto images. Edit Text: Recognize existing text in an image and edit it. Upscale: Improve image resolution for sharper visuals. Background Removal: Remove backgrounds for clean designs. Auto Enhance (Color Adjustment): Automatically improve color balance and vibrancy. Effects: Apply creative filters and styles. The feature will be enabled by default for all users. No changes to existing admin policies are required unless your organization chooses to manage availability. AI usage limits for this feature: Commercial users: Copilot licensed users have fair […]

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