No "Camouflage" function in new Photos Editor?

[straygator7]

When I opened a photo on my Pixel 9 Pro XL to perform some minor edits today, I discovered that Google has updated the format of Photos Editor. It appears that among the changes is the absence of the "Camouflage" function that was associated with "Magic Eraser" in the previous version of Photos Editor. (If the feature has only been relocated, I haven't been able to find it, and would welcome guidance from anyone who has.)

The removal of the Camouflage option is deeply disappointing to me, and seems inexplicable. Why take away a useful and perfectly effective feature? I've employed the Camouflage function frequently to reduce the distracting effect of loudly colored objects or apparel from the primary focal point of a photo -- particularly when those distracting matters are difficult to eradicate effectively with the Magic Eraser. Do others agree that this is a step backward rather than an improvement? Is it possible to revert to the previous version of Photos Editor?

 

[Ben_70]

I still have camouflage in Photos on my 8pro. I "camoed" the candle next to the pig.

 

[straygator7]

Evidently, I'm not the only one who is dissatisfied with the new Google Photos Editor:

Everyone hates the new Google Photos editing interface

Users don't seem to love the new Google Photos editing UI that has just started rolling out, complaining of missing features and too much change.

www.androidauthority.com

People Big Mad at New Google Photos Editor

I’ve been known to edit a photo from time to time, but apparently not nearly as much as some other people. Over on reddit, many people are asking Google to revert its latest Google Photos editor change. Could it really be that bad? User Smoke-away makes a compelling case, with... #Android #Google

www.droid-life.com

 

[Bkdodger1]

Yes I saw that they revamped stuff so hopefully they bring it back but right now we have to find alternate ways to adjust the pics

 

[straygator7]

A brief follow-up: While I regard the loss of the "Camouflage" function as lamentable, I must say in fairness that so far the Magic Eraser feature is much improved. The residual blurs and remnants and uneven lines that were frequently visible -- and stubbornly irremediable -- when using the old Magic Eraser now seem to be virtually non-existent. Moreover, the upgraded Magic Eraser appears to do the job well on the first try, where the former version sometimes required multiple attempts to produce an acceptable image. Credit where credit is due.