By Elke Porter | WBN Ai | June 30, 2025
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New AI Tool Can Edit Photos Just by Reading Instructions

Revolutionary software lets users change images with simple text commands

Have you ever wanted to add a hat to a photo of your cat or change the color of a car in a picture? A new artificial intelligence tool called FLUX.1 Kontext can do exactly that – and all you need to do is type what you want changed.

What is FLUX.1 Kontext?

FLUX.1 Kontext is an AI image editing program created by Black Forest Labs, a technology company specializing in artificial intelligence. Think of it as a super-smart photo editor that understands human language. Instead of learning complicated software buttons and tools, you simply tell it what you want: "Add sunglasses to this person" or "Make the sky purple."

The tool is powered by 12 billion parameters – essentially 12 billion pieces of information that help the AI understand and process images. This makes it incredibly sophisticated at recognizing objects, people, and scenes in photos.

How Does It Work?

The process is surprisingly simple. You upload a photo and type an instruction describing what you want changed. The AI analyzes your image, understands your request, and creates a new version with your changes applied. What makes FLUX.1 Kontext special is its consistency – you can make multiple edits to the same image without it looking strange or unrealistic.

Safety and Responsibility

Black Forest Labs has built strong safety measures into their tool. They've worked with organizations that fight online abuse to ensure the technology can't be used to create harmful or illegal content. The company also uses filters to block inappropriate requests and monitors how people use their technology.

Who is Black Forest Labs?

BlackForest Labs is a dynamic team of experts driven by a shared passion for artificial intelligence and cutting-edge technology. The team consists of founders, engineers, and researchers dedicated to exploring and developing innovative AI tools and solutions. The collective expertise of BlackForest Labs covers a broad spectrum of AI-related fields, making it a hub of creativity and technical prowess.

Andreas Blattmann

• Position: Co-Founder
• Role: Andreas is one of the key visionaries behind BlackForest Labs, contributing to the strategic direction and overall leadership of the company.

Axel Sauer

• Position: Co-Founder
• Role: Axel plays a pivotal role in guiding the development and innovation efforts at BlackForest Labs, working closely with the team to realize their shared vision.

Sumith Kulal

• Position: Co-Founder
• Role: Sumith is instrumental in the founding and continued growth of BlackForest Labs, focusing on business development and operational management.

Availability and Future Impact

FLUX.1 Kontext is available through various online platforms and can be integrated into other software. While the current version is free for non-commercial use, it represents a major step forward in making advanced image editing accessible to everyone.

This technology could revolutionize how students, artists, and everyday users edit photos, making professional-quality image editing as easy as writing a sentence.

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