Photoshop's Focus Woes: Part 2
A deep dive into Photoshop's persistent autofocus issues and what they mean for designers.
Adobe Photoshop is back in the spotlight — not for new features, but for old focus problems. The second part of Unsung's analysis reveals that even after years, depth-of-field tools remain finicky.
What's wrong with focus?
Users report inaccurate edge detection, blur artifacts, and weird masking behavior. It's especially bad with complex backgrounds or hair — algorithms get confused, and the result looks like a 90s collage.
Who's affected?
Photographers and retouchers waste hours on manual fixes. UI/UX developers aren't thrilled either: when you need a quick prototype with effects, you end up doing technical dances.
What to do?
Adobe promises fixes, but designers are already seeking workarounds: third-party plugins or manual processing. Maybe it's time to explore alternatives like Affinity Photo or even neural networks.
METABYTE studio's comment: Focus issues in Photoshop are a good reason to consider automation. If you're tired of fighting bugs, we can help you implement AI tools that handle the routine for you.
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