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TL;DR
- Google Photos is changing how it saves edited images, eliminating the need for separate copies when using advanced editing tools.
- The change applies to Android 11 and newer and covers edits made with tools like Magic Eraser and Unblur, as well as Ultra HDR and C2PA photos.
- You can reopen saved photos and continue adjusting previous edits, with settings like filters and brightness adjustments retained.
Google Photos is making a welcome change to how it saves edited images on Android. The company has announced that Photos will no longer create a separate copy every time you apply certain advanced edits, thereby keeping your library free of unnecessary duplicates.
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