Google Photos is getting a big save upgrade to eliminate unnecessary duplicates
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Adamya Sharma (via Android Authority)
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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.
