Make an Image Background Transparent on Your Phone

Want to remove all the background clutter from your favorite photo? Now you can make an Image Background Transparent on Your Phone. In this article we bring you a list of apps that will enable you to edit your photos with high level of accuracy on your phone.

These apps and tools that we will talk about in this article will remove the need for complex computer software. Creating a transparent background gives you the flexibility to use the main photo any way you like and being able to do it quickly adds fun to your work.

How to Make an Image Background Transparent on Your Phone

The PicsArt Method

  1. Open the PicsArt app load the image and locate the Draw tool at the bottom.
  2. Select the icon that looks like a stack of squares at the bottom right.
  3. Tap on the first layer in the popup window (it will be an empty-looking image at the top), and delete it by tapping the recycling bin icon. Tap away to close the window.
  4. Open the Eraser tool by selecting the Eraser icon at the bottom. Tap it again to open the brush settings. From here, customize the settings to your liking. Remember that a big brush size with sharp edges quickly gets rids of large areas, while a smaller size with softer edges is ideal for erasing around crevasses.
  5. Once you’re happy with your settings, start erasing by dragging your finger over the image. Zoom in or out by pinching with two fingers.
  6. When satisfied, hit Apply. Back in the home screen, select the arrow icon at the top to save the image.
The Eraser app Method

Eraser is a simpler method for dummies and can be used even by people who don’t have tool handling skills.

  1. Upload your image, and select Erase from the menu at the bottom.
  2. In the Erase window, make sure you’ve got Erase selected from the tools at the bottom.
  3. Customize the size of the eraser with WidthOffset lets you change the distance between your finger and the eraser for a clearer view.
  4. Drag your finger over the areas that you want to remove. Zoom in or out by pinching with two fingers.
  5. When you’re pleased with the result, hit Done at the top-right. You’ll be directed back to the home screen.
  6. To export the image, tap the Share icon at the top-right, select the image resolution and format. Then, tap Save to save it to your photo library.

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