Google Photos Revamps Editing With A Create Tab

Google is making it easier than ever to transform your pictures with a major update to the Google Photos app. In a recent announcement, the company revealed a new 'Create' tab, designed to be a central destination for all its powerful creation tools.

This new tab is rolling out for both Android and iOS users, appearing alongside the existing Photos, Collections, and Ask tabs. It organizes a suite of tools that go far beyond basic edits like adjusting contrast or cropping. The focus is on turning your photos into something new, like videos, collages, or stylized art.

What's Inside the Create Tab

The new Create tab neatly organizes six powerful editing options to help you get creative:

• Animations: Quickly create a moving GIF from a selection of your photos and videos.
• Cinematic Photos: Add a striking 3D effect to any static photo, giving it depth and motion.
• Collage: Combine several photos into a single, stylish layout.
• Highlight Videos: Automatically mix your photos and videos into a shareable video complete with music.
• Photo to Video: Animate a single picture, transforming it into a dynamic six-second video clip.
• Remix: Apply unique artistic styles to your photos, such as anime, comic book, 3D animation, or sketch effects.

A Central Hub for Existing Features

While these creative features are not entirely new, this update makes them significantly easier to find and use. By placing them in a dedicated 'Create' tab, Google is putting its most engaging tools front and center, encouraging users to explore beyond simple photo storage.

This move mirrors similar capabilities seen elsewhere, like the photo-to-video function that appeared in the Gemini app, which has shown impressive, if sometimes quirky, results.

A Quick Tip for Users

As you explore the new tab, you might notice the AI-powered 'Ask' tab nearby. If you've found its performance lacking and prefer the old search method, remember that you have the option to turn off Gemini in Photos and revert to the classic search experience.

When Can You Expect the Update

Google has not provided a specific timeline for the rollout, simply stating that the tab has been added. The update appears to be rolling out gradually, so it may not be visible on your device just yet. Keep an eye on your Google Photos app for the new feature.