How to Remove Background from an Image with a Lot of Hair – A Step-by-Step Guide

Introduction

To remove background from an image with fine details, such as hair, can be challenging. However, with the right tools and techniques, you can achieve a clean and professional result. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of removing the background from an image with a lot of hair using the Edit Bitmap feature and the Cutout Lab tool.

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Step 1: Open the Edit Bitmap Tool

1. Launch your image editing software and open the image you want to edit.
2. Click on the Edit Bitmap button to begin.
3. Wait for the tool to load before proceeding to the next step.

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Step 2: Use the Cutout Lab Tool to Remove Background 

1. Once the Edit Bitmap tool opens, navigate to the Image menu.
2. Select Cutout Lab from the dropdown menu.
3. You will now see different tools that help in removing the background.

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Step 3: Fill the Image with the Fill Buffer Tool

1. Use the Fill Buffer Tool to mark the main subject of the image.
2. Carefully outline the subject, ensuring the hair strands remain untouched.
3. The tool helps define which parts of the image should remain and which should be removed.

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Step 4: Refine the Edges

1. Click on the Refine Edge button to smooth out any rough selections.
2. This tool helps in capturing fine details, especially loose hair strands.
3. After refining the edges, click Preview to see the changes.

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Step 5: Apply and Save

1. If the preview looks good, click Apply to confirm the changes.
2. Close the Cutout Lab and save the image.
3. Your image is now background-free while keeping hair details intact!

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Bonus Example: Working with Broad Hair

You can follow the same steps for images with broad or curly hair.

• Use the Fill Buffer Tool to select the subject carefully.
• Refine edges to maintain hair texture.
• Apply and save for a clean background removal.

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Conclusion

By following these steps, you can easily remove backgrounds from images while preserving complex details like hair strands. Whether you are editing portraits or product images, this method ensures a natural and professional look.

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