Object Removal & Inpainting

Remove unwanted elements from photos using each::sense. This skill intelligently removes objects, people, text, watermarks, and imperfections while seamlessly filling the removed areas with contextually appropriate content.

Features

Object Removal: Remove unwanted items from any photo
Person Removal: Remove people from backgrounds cleanly
Text/Watermark Removal: Clean up images with unwanted text overlays
Blemish Removal: Remove skin imperfections and photo artifacts
Wire/Line Removal: Clean up power lines, cables, and wires
Logo Removal: Remove branding and logos from images
Shadow Removal: Eliminate unwanted shadows
Background Cleanup: Remove distracting background elements

Quick Start

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Remove the person standing on the left side of this photo",
    "image_urls": ["https://example.com/beach-photo.jpg"],
    "mode": "max"
  }'

Use Case Examples

1. Remove Person from Photo

Remove an unwanted person from a group photo or scenic shot.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Remove the person in the red shirt from this beach photo. Fill the area naturally with the ocean and sand background.",
    "image_urls": ["https://example.com/beach-group.jpg"],
    "mode": "max"
  }'

2. Remove Unwanted Object

Clean up photos by removing distracting objects.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Remove the trash can and bench from the right side of this park landscape photo. Make it look like a clean natural scene.",
    "image_urls": ["https://example.com/park-landscape.jpg"],
    "mode": "max"
  }'

3. Remove Text/Watermark

Clean up images with unwanted text overlays or watermarks.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Remove the watermark from the bottom right corner of this image. Restore the original background seamlessly.",
    "image_urls": ["https://example.com/watermarked-image.jpg"],
    "mode": "max"
  }'

4. Remove Blemish/Imperfection

Clean up skin imperfections or photo artifacts.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Remove the skin blemishes and acne marks from this portrait photo. Keep the skin looking natural and maintain the original skin texture.",
    "image_urls": ["https://example.com/portrait.jpg"],
    "mode": "max"
  }'

5. Remove Power Lines/Wires

Clean up landscape and architectural photos by removing distracting wires.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Remove all the power lines and electrical wires from this sunset cityscape photo. Make the sky look clean and unobstructed.",
    "image_urls": ["https://example.com/cityscape-wires.jpg"],
    "mode": "max"
  }'

6. Remove Tourists from Landmark Photo

Get that perfect empty landmark shot by removing crowds.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Remove all the tourists and people from this Eiffel Tower photo. I want it to look like an empty plaza with just the monument.",
    "image_urls": ["https://example.com/eiffel-tower-crowded.jpg"],
    "mode": "max"
  }'

7. Remove Ex from Photo

Salvage memories by removing someone from personal photos.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Remove the person on the right side of this vacation photo. Fill in with the background scenery naturally so it looks like a solo travel photo.",
    "image_urls": ["https://example.com/vacation-couple.jpg"],
    "mode": "max"
  }'

8. Remove Logo/Branding

Clean up product photos or images with unwanted branding.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Remove the brand logo from the t-shirt in this photo. Replace it with plain fabric that matches the shirt color and texture.",
    "image_urls": ["https://example.com/branded-shirt.jpg"],
    "mode": "max"
  }'

9. Clean Up Product Photo

Remove distracting elements from e-commerce product shots.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Clean up this product photo by removing the price tag, dust spots, and the reflection of the photographer in the surface. Make it look professional and ready for e-commerce.",
    "image_urls": ["https://example.com/product-raw.jpg"],
    "mode": "max"
  }'

10. Remove Shadow

Eliminate unwanted shadows from photos.

curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Remove the harsh shadow cast by the photographer on the ground in this outdoor portrait. Make the lighting look natural and even.",
    "image_urls": ["https://example.com/portrait-shadow.jpg"],
    "mode": "max"
  }'

Multi-Turn Object Removal

Use session_id for iterative removal and refinement:

# First removal
curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Remove the car parked on the left side of this street photo",
    "image_urls": ["https://example.com/street-scene.jpg"],
    "session_id": "cleanup-project-001"
  }'

# Second removal (same session)
curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Now also remove the garbage bins near the building entrance",
    "session_id": "cleanup-project-001"
  }'

# Refinement (same session)
curl -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "The area where the car was removed looks a bit blurry. Can you improve the texture to match the surrounding pavement better?",
    "session_id": "cleanup-project-001"
  }'

Prompt Tips for Object Removal

When requesting object removal, include these details in your prompt:

What to remove: Be specific about the object(s) to remove
Location: Describe where the object is in the image (left, right, center, background)
Fill guidance: Describe what should replace the removed area
Context preservation: Mention if certain elements should be kept intact

Example Prompt Structure

"Remove [object description] from [location in image].
Fill the area with [expected background/content].
Keep [elements to preserve] intact."

Good Prompt Examples

"Remove the person in the blue jacket standing near the fountain on the left side"
"Remove all text and watermarks from the image, restore the original background"
"Remove the car and fill with matching grass and pathway"

Prompts to Avoid

"Clean up this photo" (too vague)
"Remove stuff" (not specific)
"Make it better" (unclear objective)

Mode Selection

Mode	Best For	Speed	Quality
`max`	Final deliverables, complex removals, professional work	Slower	Highest
`eco`	Quick previews, simple removals, bulk processing	Faster	Good

Recommendation: Use max mode for complex removals (people, large objects) and eco for simple cleanups (small blemishes, dust spots).

Best Practices

For Best Results

High-resolution source: Use the highest quality source image available
Clear descriptions: Be specific about what to remove and where it is
Simple backgrounds: Objects in front of simple, repetitive backgrounds are easier to remove cleanly
Multiple passes: For complex scenes, use multi-turn removal to address one element at a time

Challenging Scenarios

Complex backgrounds: Objects in front of detailed, unique backgrounds may require manual refinement
Large objects: Removing very large objects (more than 30% of image) may produce less realistic results
Reflections: Objects with reflections may need separate removal requests for the object and its reflection
Shadows: Remember to request shadow removal if the object casts a visible shadow

Error Handling

Error	Cause	Solution
`Failed to create prediction: HTTP 422`	Insufficient balance	Top up at eachlabs.ai
Content policy violation	Prohibited content	Review content guidelines
Timeout	Complex generation	Set client timeout to minimum 10 minutes
Poor removal quality	Vague prompt	Be more specific about location and fill content

Client Timeout Configuration

Object removal operations can take time, especially for complex scenes. Configure your HTTP client with a minimum 10 minute timeout to avoid premature disconnections.

# Example with extended timeout
curl --max-time 600 -X POST https://sense.eachlabs.run/chat \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: text/event-stream" \
  -d '{
    "message": "Remove all people from this crowded plaza photo",
    "image_urls": ["https://example.com/crowded-plaza.jpg"],
    "mode": "max"
  }'

Related Skills

each-sense - Core API documentation
image-edit - General image editing capabilities
background-removal - Remove and replace backgrounds

Object Removal