{"id":25072,"date":"2025-02-24T17:02:20","date_gmt":"2025-02-24T15:02:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/blog\/expand-freepiks-new-ai-tool-to-expand-your-images\/"},"modified":"2025-02-24T17:02:20","modified_gmt":"2025-02-24T15:02:20","slug":"expand-freepiks-new-ai-tool-to-expand-your-images","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/en\/blog\/expand-freepiks-new-ai-tool-to-expand-your-images\/","title":{"rendered":"Expand: Freepik’s new AI tool to expand your images"},"content":{"rendered":"

Have you ever had a perfect photo, but the framing wasn’t ideal? Maybe you need more space around your subject or wanted to convert a vertical image to horizontal to upload to Instagram.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Until recently, this required advanced editing skills or expensive tools like Photoshop. But thanks to artificial intelligence<\/strong>, it is now possible to do it quickly, easily and, best of all, accessible to anyone.<\/p>\n

Freepik has launched a revolutionary tool called Expand<\/strong>, which uses AI to automatically expand images and fill backgrounds. The result? Photos that look like they were taken with the perfect frame from the beginning.<\/p>\n

Learn everything you need to know about this innovative tool, how it works and why it could become your essential ally for editing images. Ready to discover how AI can transform your photos?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Freepik and its Expand tool<\/h2>\n

Freepik, the renowned graphic resources platform based in Malaga, has opted for innovation with the launch of Expand, an artificial intelligence tool designed to revolutionize image editing.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This feature allows you to expand a photo beyond its original borders, filling empty spaces coherently. The result? Images that look like they were taken with the perfect frame from the beginning.<\/p>\n

The Expand tool uses the outpainting technique, where AI analyzes the original image and generates additional content<\/strong> that is integrated naturally.<\/p>\n

Best of all, Expand is incredibly easy to use. No advanced design knowledge is required: just upload the image, select the desired format, and let the AI \u200b\u200bdo the rest.<\/p>\n

Expand Features<\/h2>\n

Freepik’s Expand tool is one of the platform’s most innovative features, designed to simplify and enhance image editing using artificial intelligence. These are its main features:<\/p>\n

Intelligent image expansion<\/h3>\n

The tool uses the outpainting technique to enlarge an image beyond its original borders.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

The AI analyzes the content of the photo and generates a coherent and realistic fill, whether to change the format (from portrait to landscape, for example) or to add more space around the subject.<\/p>\n

Intuitive and easy-to-use interface<\/h3>\n

No advanced design knowledge is needed. By simply uploading the image and selecting the desired format, the tool does the rest. It is ideal for both professionals and amateurs.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Customizable options<\/h3>\n

Users can choose from predefined formats (such as 16:9 or 1:1) or customize the size according to their needs. In addition, prompts (textual descriptions<\/strong>) can be used to guide the AI \u200b\u200bin filling in empty spaces.<\/p>\n

Multiple filling options<\/h3>\n

The AI generates multiple versions of the fill, allowing the user to select the one that best suits their vision. This provides flexibility and control over the final result.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Integration with other AI tools<\/h3>\n

Expand works in conjunction with other Freepik features<\/strong>, such as AI retouching to remove unwanted objects or image rescaling. This allows for complete and professional editing in one place.<\/p>\n

Accessibility<\/h3>\n

The tool is available in the free version of Freepik, although with certain limitations. For unlimited use and maximum quality, there is a Premium subscription option.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fast and quality results<\/h3>\n

In a matter of seconds, AI generates impressive results that, while not perfect in every detail, are convincing enough for most practical uses.<\/strong><\/p>\n

How to use Freepik’s Expand tool?<\/h2>\n

Using Freepik’s Expand<\/strong> tool is so simple that you don’t need to be a design expert to get professional results. Here we explain step by step how to make the most of this innovative feature:<\/p>\n

    \n
  • Access the platform: Go to the Freepik website and look for the AI tools section. There you will find Expand along with other editing functions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
      \n
    • Upload your image: Upload the photo you want to edit. It can be a vertical image that you want to convert to horizontal, or simply a photo that lacks more space around it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
        \n
      • Select the format: Choose the aspect ratio you need. Freepik offers predefined options (such as horizontal or vertical) or allows you to customize the size according to your needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
          \n
        • Guide the process (optional): If you wish, write a prompt (textual description) to tell the AI \u200b\u200bhow to fill in the empty spaces. For example, you can ask them to add a clear sky or an abstract background. If you don’t type anything, the AI \u200b\u200bwill generate options based on the context of the image.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
            \n
          • Choose the result: The tool will show you several filling options. Select the one you like best and adjust the details if necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
              \n
            • Download your image: Once satisfied with the result, download the image in the quality you prefer (although the highest quality is reserved for Premium users).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Expand Availability<\/h2>\n

              Freepik’s Expand tool is available to all users through its official website. To access it, simply go to the AI tools section on the Freepik platform.<\/strong><\/p>\n

              As for subscription plans, Freepik offers Essential, Premium and Premium+ plans. The Essential plan is ideal for those who use AI tools occasionally, providing 7,000 monthly credits for these features.<\/p>\n

              Premium and Premium+ plans offer additional benefits, such as unlimited content downloads and increased credits<\/strong> for AI tools.\u00a0 Available credits are used exclusively for AI tools and not for downloading content. Additionally, unused credits do not roll over to the following month.<\/p>\n

              Regarding payment methods, Freepik accepts credit and debit cards, as well as payment platforms such as PayPal, Google Pay and Apple Pay. This ensures a secure and flexible payment experience<\/strong> for all users.<\/p>\n

              Is Freepik’s Expand worth using?<\/h2>\n

              If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to improve the framing of your images without requiring advanced editing knowledge, Freepik’s Expand is an option worth trying.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

              Its ease of use and integration with other AI tools make it an accessible alternative for content creators, designers and photographers alike.<\/p>\n

              While the tool doesn’t always produce perfect results, its ability to consistently fill in gaps is amazing<\/strong> and useful in many situations.<\/p>\n

              In short, Expand is a practical solution for those looking to optimize their images without complications. All its versions offer an innovative way to improve photographs with the help of artificial intelligence.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

              Have you ever had a perfect photo, but the framing wasn’t ideal? Maybe you need more space around your subject or wanted to convert a vertical image to horizontal to upload to Instagram.\u00a0 Until recently, this required advanced editing skills or expensive tools like Photoshop. But thanks to artificial intelligence, it is now possible to […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":17497,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","_thinkrank_schema_form_data":"","_thinkrank_selected_schema_type":"","_thinkrank_additional_schemas":"","_thinkrank_canonical_url":"","_thinkrank_og_title":"","_thinkrank_og_description":"","_thinkrank_og_image":"","_thinkrank_twitter_title":"","_thinkrank_twitter_description":"","_thinkrank_twitter_image":"","_thinkrank_imported_from":"","_thinkrank_focus_keywords":[],"_thinkrank_focus_keyword":"","_thinkrank_robots_meta_enabled":0,"_thinkrank_robots_meta":"","_thinkrank_advanced_robots_meta":"","_thinkrank_exclude_from_search":0,"_thinkrank_exclude_from_archives":0,"_thinkrank_primary_category":0,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[719],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-25072","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-artificial-intelligence"],"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/expand-freepik-expandir-imagenes-ia.jpeg",1792,1024,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/expand-freepik-expandir-imagenes-ia-150x150.jpeg",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/expand-freepik-expandir-imagenes-ia-300x171.jpeg",300,171,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/expand-freepik-expandir-imagenes-ia-768x439.jpeg",768,439,true],"large":["https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/expand-freepik-expandir-imagenes-ia-1024x585.jpeg",1024,585,true],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/expand-freepik-expandir-imagenes-ia-1536x878.jpeg",1536,878,true],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/expand-freepik-expandir-imagenes-ia.jpeg",1792,1024,false]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"marketing","author_link":"https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/en\/blog\/author\/marketing\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"Have you ever had a perfect photo, but the framing wasn’t ideal? Maybe you need more space around your subject or wanted to convert a vertical image to horizontal to upload to Instagram.\u00a0 Until recently, this required advanced editing skills or expensive tools like Photoshop. But thanks to artificial intelligence, it is now possible to…","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25072","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25072"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25072\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17497"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25072"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=25072"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/comunicagenia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25072"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}