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Stable Diffusion users struggle with inpainting halo effect

Users on the r/StableDiffusion subreddit are encountering an issue where inpainting images unintentionally discolors the background, creating a noticeable halo effect around the edited area. This problem persists across various models like Flux 2 Klein, Krea 2, and ZImage, regardless of the specific model used. The current workaround involves manually editing out the halo in Photoshop, which is proving to be a time-consuming process for users. AI

IMPACT This issue highlights a common challenge in AI image editing, potentially impacting user workflows and the perceived quality of generative tools.

RANK_REASON User-generated content discussing a technical issue with an existing AI image generation tool.

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Stable Diffusion users struggle with inpainting halo effect

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  1. r/StableDiffusion TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/NowThatsMalarkey ·

    How do I avoid unintentionally discoloring an image’s background when inpainting?

    <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/StableDiffusion/comments/1uj3id7/how_do_i_avoid_unintentionally_discoloring_an/"> <img alt="How do I avoid unintentionally discoloring an image’s background when inpainting?" src="https://preview.redd.it/6m4a7ahe4aah1.jpeg?width=…