Quick Guide: How to Use Image Enhancer in PhotoDirector
Five steps to clean up a grainy or soft photo.
Updated Oct. 16, 2026 · 1 min read
Steps
1Import a photo
Drag a grainy or soft photo onto the canvas. Or click Import Photo.
2Decide on GenAI
Check Use GenAI (Higher quality) for the GenAI pass. Or leave it unchecked for the standard enhancement.
3Apply
Click Apply below the Use GenAI checkbox. A percentage counts up over the photo while it works.
4Add further enhancements
To take it further, switch on any of the extras below Apply: Auto tone, Auto color enhancement, or Face enhance.
5Export the photo
When the photo looks right, click Export to save it.
We tested these steps in PhotoDirector 365 version 18.0.8 on Windows.
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