Google Photos Update Stops Unnecessary Image Duplicates on Android
Google Photos is rolling out an update for Android devices that stops saving separate copies when applying advanced edits like Magic Eraser.
A new storage-saving update is coming to Google Photos on Android devices, designed to stop the creation of unnecessary duplicate images when editing. Previously, utilizing advanced features often forced the application to generate a separate file for every single alteration made to a picture.
Under the previous system, tools such as Magic Eraser and Unblur, alongside modifications involving Ultra HDR and C2PA formats, resulted in multiple versions of the same file cluttering user galleries. The latest adjustment allows individuals to preserve their modifications without generating an extra copy of the media file.
Retaining Adjustable Edits Without Extra Files
Beyond preventing storage bloat, the updated saving experience ensures that modifications remain fully adjustable after saving. Users can reopen an image inside the editor to tweak prior changes instead of starting over with a fresh copy. If a filter or brightness adjustment was previously applied, the platform remembers those prior settings for future refinements.
According to the company, the upgraded saving experience functions on devices running Android 11 and newer. A specific rollout timeline for the wider release has not been detailed by the developer yet.