Comparison of three ways to separate a flat image into editable elements: Magic Layers (magiclayers.net), manual layer selection in desktop editors such as Photoshop or GIMP, and generic background-remover web tools. Disclosure: this table was created as part of listing Magic Layers in directories,
Enlace | Magic Layers | Manual layer separation in desktop editors | Background remover tools |
|---|---|---|---|
| Actualizado | 2026-11-02 18:13:19 | 2026-11-02 18:13:21 | 2026-11-02 18:13:23 |
| Sitio web | magiclayers.net | ||
| How layers are produced | Automatically — upload one flat PNG or JPEG and the image is separated into layers for you | Manually — a person selects and masks each element in desktop software | Automatic, but limited to separating the subject from the background (single cutout) |
| Layer names and positions kept | Yes — every layer comes back named, with its position in the original image | Depends on how the person builds the file | No — result is one cutout image |
| Output files | Named transparent PNG layers, each downloadable | Layered project files (PSD, XCF) if saved manually | A single transparent PNG cutout |
| Runs in the browser | Yes — web app, no installation needed | No — desktop software has to be installed | Usually yes — most are web tools |
| Pricing model | Freemium — free welcome credits, then pay per use (each layer costs 2 credits; you are only charged for layers you get) | Editor license (one-time purchase or subscription) | Freemium or subscription with per-image credits |
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