Does Adobe use neural networks in their products?

Yes, Adobe integrates neural networks into many of its products to enhance functionality, automate tasks, and improve user experiences. Neural networks are a core component of Adobe’s AI/ML framework, Adobe Sensei, which powers features across Creative Cloud, Document Cloud, and Experience Cloud. These models are designed to handle complex tasks like image analysis, content generation, and predictive workflows, enabling developers and designers to work more efficiently with less manual effort.

One prominent example is Adobe Photoshop’s Neural Filters, which use neural networks for tasks like skin smoothing, style transfer, or altering facial expressions in images. These filters leverage convolutional neural networks (CNNs) trained on large datasets to apply edits non-destructively while preserving image quality. Similarly, Lightroom’s Enhance Details feature uses deep learning to upscale and refine raw image data. In Adobe Premiere Pro, neural networks power Auto Reframe, which automatically adjusts video aspect ratios by tracking subjects in scenes—a process relying on object detection and scene understanding models. For developers, Adobe’s PDF services API also employs neural networks for document intelligence, such as extracting text, tables, or structured data from scanned files.

From a technical perspective, Adobe’s neural networks are often trained on proprietary datasets (e.g., stock images, user behavior data) and deployed via cloud-based inference or on-device processing for latency-sensitive tasks. Developers can interact with these models through APIs in Adobe’s ecosystem, such as the Creative Cloud SDKs or Experience Platform’s AI services. For instance, Adobe Firefly, their generative AI model, uses diffusion-based architectures to create images from text prompts, with APIs allowing integration into custom apps. Adobe also emphasizes ethical AI practices, such as watermarking AI-generated content via the Content Authenticity Initiative. For developers building on Adobe’s tools, understanding these neural networks enables customization—like fine-tuning pre-trained models for specific use cases or optimizing inference pipelines for performance.