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Lonely In London

Relationship:

Trent Crimm/Ted Lasso

Additional Tags:

Angst and Romance | Romcommunism | Friends to Lovers | Romantic Comedy | Alternate Universe – Canon Divergence

Rating:

Teen And Up Audiences

Summary:

Henry, worried about how lonely his dad seems to be in London, writes into an advice podcast for some help. A podcast run by an ex-colleague of Trent's – one that he listens to religiously. If Trent falls a little for 'Lonely In London' because he reminds him of Ted, well that's just coincidence. An homage to romcommunism, largely based on 'Sleepless In Seattle' with a few others thrown in for good measure.

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CHAPTER 3

As June ticks over into July, Ted declares that July 25th is going to be his and Henry's Christmas. Henry is sceptical at first, until he realises it comes with actual presents. Then he's all in.

Part of it is motivated by wanting to spend something close to an actual Christmas with Henry, the other part is that he's genuinely running out of things to do with his son to keep him entertained. Even the initial rush of going through the podcast fanmail (all pre-screened by Ted) is losing its shine. This way, whenever Henry gets bored, Ted can declare it's Christmas crafting time and the two of them pop on a Christmas movie and get to making streamers, Christmas ornaments, cards, snowflakes – anything that Ted sees on Pinterest that looks vaguely doable. It seems to work well for a time, until Henry declares that he's bored of this too.

The only thing that seems to hold his attention for longer than a few minutes anymore are his training sessions with Jamie and Roy. Jamie adores Henry as much as Henry adores him, and it turns out that the great Jamie Tartt isn't too bad at the whole coaching thing either. Roy's reasons for being there, as always, are more of an enigma, but he insists he's just there to make sure Henry's getting the training he deserves.

He rarely interferes with Jamie's process, however, instead holding back until afterwards when Jamie looks at him with earnest expectation, as if his thoughts on how it went are the most important thing in the world to him. And Roy always comes through. Ted gets the sense that Roy sees the same glimmer of potential in Jamie that he sees.

If nothing else, Ted has been enjoying watching the camaraderie the two of them have been developing through it. Considering where they were with each other a couple of years back, Ted can hardly believe it. If there's one thing he can take away from his time at Richmond so far, it's that.

Still, despite his pro one-on-one training, Henry has been restless. Ted tries not to take it to heart, but he can't help but feel like he's getting it wrong. Like he would know how to do this better if he was around Henry more. Like the time he's missed with Henry has caused a fundamental disconnect between them. And it's only getting worse now that Ted is back at work for pre-season training. Now that Henry's cooped up in whoever's office he wants to be in that day (usually Roy and Trent's or Rebecca's), or else pitch-side, itching to play but not allowed to. Not for the first time, Ted wonders if it was stupid of him to have Henry the whole summer. Maybe he should have sent him back just before work started back up again.

Add to that the fact that Rebecca is on his ass about beating Rupert in the upcoming season and the way Trent seems to be giving him the lukewarm shoulder for no good reason (other than that maybe he stepped over some kind of line during their last hangout), and Ted is wound tighter than a rubber band round a prosperity preacher's weekly takings.

It comes to a head one night when Ted's trying to get a team report done for Rebecca. Henry, midway through sticking bits of felt to a cheap Christmas stocking while watching The Grinch, declares that he's bored again, and Ted can feel the last of his patience slipping out of his grasp.

"Bud, I don't know what to tell you," he says, looking up from his report. "I've given you stuff to do. I've got to get this done for Rebecca. It's important, alright? If you're not feeling the Christmas crafting, find something else to do."

"I want you to play something with me," whines Henry.

"Henry, I've told you, I'm busy," says Ted. "I don't have time right now."

"Mom and James would have played with me," says Henry.

Ted knows Henry doesn't mean it. He knows it's just because he's tired and bored and barely shy of ten years old and a child of divorce and far away from his home and his friends and his mom. It doesn't stop the words from ripping his heart in two. Ted's last thread snaps and he stands up from the table.

"Fine!" he says, trying not to yell, but feeling the frustration boil from the pit of his stomach and up through his throat. "Hell, kid, If it sucks so much to be here maybe you should head to bed so you're one day closer to going home."

The look of hurt, betrayal, and even fear on Henry's face evaporates whatever anger was there a moment ago, replacing it with the most awful sick feeling. He watches helplessly as Henry bursts into tears and runs off to the bedroom. All the sound leaves the world along with the feeling in Ted's fingers. He's panicking.

He breathes deeply and tries to run through the grounding exercise Dr Sharon gave him. He begins describing the colors of the walls. What he can smell nearby. What the counter at his fingertips feels like. Three different sounds he can hear.

One of the sounds is Henry crying miserably in the next room.

He messages Dr Sharon to set up an emergency session and tries to keep breathing. He knows he needs to apologise to Henry, but he's never messed up with him this badly before. He doesn't know what to do. Where to start.

He's fucked up big time.

His fingers are typing before he can fully think about it.

Do you ever feel like you'll never get the full grip of this whole parenting thing? That you're always getting it wrong? That you're just doomed to make another broken grownup like it's some cursed family heirloom?

He doesn't know why he reached out to Trent. It's not like they usually commiserate about their parenting woes. He just needed to vent to someone who might understand. In any case, after weeks of nothing but polite small talk from Trent, he's really not expecting anything to come of it anyway. Which is why he nearly drops his phone when it starts actually ringing.

"Trent Crimm! To what do I owe the pleasure?" he says, trying to keep his voice as breezy as he can make it.

"I received your text," he replies. "Ted, are you okay?"

God, he never would have messaged if he thought Trent would call.

"Oh, sunny as a bunny, dandy as candy," he says. "No complaints here."

There's a deep sigh from the other end.

"Cut the bullshit, Lasso," says Trent. "You know better than to deflect that weakly around a journalist. I can hear your voice is shaking. Now tell me what you did that has you convinced that you're a horrible parent."

"Trent Crimm, always bringing that heat," Ted says, taking one last stab at humor. He's rewarded with deadly silence on the other end. "I yelled at Henry. I yelled at him in the most awful way. I told myself I would never raise my voice at that kid, but I went and did it anyway. And god, he looked scared, Trent. Like actually scared."

"Oh, Ted," says Trent gently. "Would you like to tell me how that happened?"

Ted explains the incident, including the stress leading up to the blowup. He leaves out that Trent's sudden aloofness was part of it.

"Well, okay, here's how I see it," says Trent after Ted has said his piece. "Children are almost scientifically designed to be the most annoying fucking creatures on the planet. Right? They get in places they're not supposed to be. They see themselves as the centre of the universe. They push our buttons and say the most hurtful things without meaning to. But they're kids. They're literally learning how to be people as they go. Not good people. Just people. From scratch. Pushing the boundaries is part of how they figure it out. It's our job as parents to gently reinforce those boundaries."

"Yeah, well I goofed on that one big time," says Ted.

"Sure," says Trent. "You did. There's no denying it. But the thing is, as parents, we're going through the same process. We're still learning how to be people from scratch. We're just a little further along the road. And the part of the road we happen to be on is the part where we figure out how to be people that are parents too. We're figuring it out as we go. We're figuring out where the boundaries are too. And our kids tell us when we've crossed them."

Ted let's out a long exhale of breath.

"You're a good dad, Ted," says Trent. "You just had a moment of bad parenting. But the good news is that now you've learned another way not to do it. Next to 'I love you' and 'I'm proud of you', what's the one thing you wish you'd heard more from your parents?"

"Probably 'I'm sorry'," says Ted.

"Exactly. And you now have the painful privilege of being able to say that to your boy. Henry's a great kid. Better than most. You should be really proud of the person you've helped shape."

"Thanks, Trent," says Ted, feeling so much gratitude and affection he might burst. He's missed Trent so much. "Say, you know you're real handy with your words. You ever thought about going into writing?"

"Goodnight, Ted," says Trent, though there's amusement in his voice. "And good luck."

He hangs up the phone before Ted can reply.

Ted scrubs his hands down his face and takes a deep breath. He can do this.

His phone dings and he sees it's a text from Trent.

Wait – I know this seems counterintuitive, but please give it at least 20 minutes before you go talk to Henry. You'll see why in a moment. 🌻

That's weird, but Ted trusts Trent implicitly. He must know what he's doing. Fifteen minutes later, there's another ding from his phone.

Front door.

Ted half expects to see Trent when he opens it a minute later, but instead there's a bag on the ground, held closed with what looks like a small sunflower hair clasp that he suspects must belong to Anabelle. Ted looks up and down the street, but if Trent delivered it, he's disappeared into the night.

Smiling, Ted grabs the bag and heads back inside. When he opens it, he finds two cartons of ice-cream: one strawberry, and one peanut butter flavored. His and Henry's favourites.

He fires off one last text to Trent before grabbing two spoons and heading to the bedroom to fix what he broke.

Ted's phone lies unlocked and abandoned on the counter when the first tentative giggles in the background signal that all is well. And below the short, simple 'Thank you, Trent 🌻', three dots appear and disappear.

***

To Ted and Henry's delight, Christmas in July ends up becoming a club-wide family event and, Trent decides, the opening chapter of his book.

From what Trent understands, it started with Jamie catching wind of it during one of Henry's training sessions. After telling the rest of the team about it, they all demanded to be allowed to buy Henry presents. Upon seeing the enthusiasm surrounding it, Ted declared that Christmas in July would be open to all. The Secret Santa lists were sent out (Trent included), and preparations at the club began. The main focus is on creating a magical day for the kids of the club, which includes, Trent is touched to learn, Anabelle.

"Well of course we're including Anabelle," says Ted, like he's silly for not knowing this. "You're going to be part of the Richmond family this year. Anabelle's one of ours now."

One of ours now. The words are like the warmest hug.

It's the last time Ted and Trent talk for a while after that though. Despite their phone conversation a few weeks back and the fact that they're now pretty much sharing an office, he's still trying to keep his distance. He knows now how Ted feels about him and how worried he is about the club's PR, so he's not about to do anything to put that at risk. And he's learned that too much talking to Ted leads to dangerous waters. Thus, most of their interactions come down to nothing more than a friendly "good morning" to each other at the beginning of the day, the occasional observance about the weather, and then hours of having their noses buried in their respective tasks.

He learns a lot about AFC Richmond in the lead up to Christmas in July that he didn't know as an outside observer. He learns that Roy Kent listens to a suprising amount of Enya for someone who always seems so highly strung. He learns that Jamie Tartt is secretly a massive fan of Doctor Who. He learns that Isaac McAdoo is a part-time barber. He learns that Ted brings Rebecca his homemade shortbread every morning without fail. He learns that Rebecca is one of the funniest people in the building and slightly whacky beneath her ice-queen image. He learns that Higgins is seen like a dad to a lot of the lads, and that Higgins sees all of them as members of his already large family. He learns that Coach Beard is even more eccentric than Trent suspected, and that no one speaks Nathan Shelley's name out loud. No one except Ted, who despite looking heartbroken when he does, always says it with kindness and respect.

Mostly he learns that every good and lovely thing at AFC Richmond seems to have Ted's fingerprints all over it, and it does nothing to ease the growing feeling that Ted might be the only man Trent could ever feel a hundred percent comfortable handing his heart to again.

He's not supposed be letting himself think like that.

As the 25th of July rolls around, it brings with it much excitement. Despite the sweltering summer day, the café has been transformed into a magical winter wonderland – an impressive feat considering that the majority of the decorations are handmade by the team, who all jumped in over the weekend to help when it became clear that there was no way Ted and Henry were going to be able to craft enough for a whole big room.

As Trent walks into the party with Anabelle who is beside herself with excitement, he can't help but feel another layer of loneliness peel away. It's difficult to think of London as bleak when you're faced with a room full of people from all over the world, from vastly different backgrounds, all mingling together and genuinely enjoying each other's presence.

Like family, Trent thinks.

"Merry Crimmas!"

Trent jumps at the sudden voice behind him, and immediately whips around to see Ted, wearing a smile so wide it almost blinds him.

"Teddy!" yells Anabelle, holding out her arms demanding one of his famous 'helicopters'. Ted doesn't need telling twice, immediately scooping her up and spinning her around. The whole falling in love with Ted thing would be so much easier to deal with if the man was terrible with his daughter. But no. They adore each other.

"Merry Christmas Santa-Belle," he says. "Henry, Chloe, and the Higgins boys are going to be so excited to see you. They're over there by the probably ill-advised chocolate fountain."

"Ill-advised indeed," agrees Trent as Anabelle runs off to find her friends. "Anabelle isn't going to want to move from there. Happy Christmas, Ted."

"Happy Christmas, Trent," Ted replies. "Wait, y'all really say 'happy' Christmas here?"

"Is that a problem?"

"No, of course not," says Ted. "But you have to admit that it's weird though. Doesn't quite roll off the tongue the same. Happy Christmas. Happy Christmas. Happy Christmas…"

Trent leaves Ted alone with his semantic satiation and goes to say his hellos to the rest of the room.

For all that it's a Christmas party in the middle of summer, Trent has a wonderful time. The kids get a massive pile of gifts each, and have a wonderful time playing with them together. Even the adults' Christmas party goes well. He gets a set of expensive-looking leatherbound notebooks from his Secret Santa, Rebecca, and is thrilled when Roy likes the bagful of books he bought for him.

An hour or two into the party, the main entertainment becomes Roy, who somehow keeps accidentally standing underneath sprigs of artificial mistletoe. Now that Keeley and him have split, he's technically a free agent. Still, most people seem wary. So far no one has dared actually kiss him, but it's entertaining to watch various people get caught under it with him and weigh up the merits of trying. Rebecca asserts that she can't imagine anyone being brave or stupid enough to try, and Trent happily takes that bet. He's rewarded with twenty quid a half hour later when Jamie plants a huge smooch on Roy's cheek.

"Oi! What the fuck was that for?" Roy shouts. Jamie, wearing his trademark shit-eating grin, doesn't look contrite in the least.

"Mistletoe, innit?" says Jamie, winking at Roy as he swaggers off.

Roy stands there, perplexed, for several moments, before growling out a "fuuuuuck", and marching off to see what Phoebe is up to.

It's all fun and games until he gets caught himself an hour later. It's thankfully not with Roy, but at this point, being caught with Ted isn't that much less horrifying.

"Vaping still ain't great for you, you know," says Ted joining Trent out on the balcony where he's trying to catch a moment of fresh air.

"I promised Anabelle I'd quit smoking," Trent says, suddenly feeling self-conscious about it. "It's a temporary stopgap until I have the nerves of steel it takes to go completely without nicotine."

"Well, can't really argue with that," says Ted. There's a bit of silence between them again, like the conversation is a timid cat he's scared of spooking and Trent's heart aches. All he wants to do is talk to him. But it's dangerous.

Still, it's Christmas, a time for indulgences.

"Henry seems to be having a grand time," Trent observes, turning to look through the large glass doors to wear Henry is in a nerf gun battle between all of the kids and close to half of the Richmond team. "You don't regret opening this up to the whole club?"

"A bit," Ted admits, looking a little ashamed of himself. "But only a bit. The team needed a big old hype up to get the season going anyway, and it means a lot to me that everyone sees each other as family enough to go through all this fuss."

"I know what you mean," Trent replies. "It meant a lot to me that Anabelle and I were included. I've never had anything like this before."

"The Independent didn't do big old shindigs like this?" Ted's regarding him curiously, like he's trying to figure something out.

"Oh they did," says Trent. "But they were the most insufferable, lifeless events. Half the room was made up of the snobbiest kind of person with the most overinflated ego, the other was made up of a gaggle of journalists who would sooner stab someone else in the throat with a pen for a front page feature than ask about their personal life."

"That's… vivid."

"It's the truth," shrugs Trent. "I don't think you realise how rare this all is. Finding this many people who love and genuinely like each other? It's almost unheard of. Especially in this city."

"Well, then I'm glad we could make you a part of that."

You actually mean that, don't you? Trent thinks, not for the first time.

He lets out a huff of laughter and tilts his head back, more to escape Ted's gaze than anything. It's so fond that Trent is about to combust in it.

Unfortunately, glancing up reveals that the two of them have somehow found themselves beneath a sprig of artificial mistletoe. He can't help but throw Ted a panicked look, which immediately sends Ted's eyes up to see what caused it.

"Oh boy," says Ted. "Seems like we've found ourselves a little predicament."

"Yeah," says Trent, unable to form much more than that. Sure, he knows that kissing Ted will likely be a monumental mistake, but that doesn't change the fact that he wants. He wants so much that it hurts to think about. And here he is with this perfect opportunity. This beautiful moment of plausible deniability.

Neither of them say anything. They don't need to. The distance between them shrinks to nothing and until the agonising, perfect moment where their lips make contact and Trent knows he's fucked up.

It's tentative at first, but then Ted takes the smallest step closer just as Trent parts his lips and suddenly it's all hunger and longing, both of them trying to take everything they can from this moment, both knowing how fragile it is. Trent's world narrows down to the scent of peppermint, the sound of the blood rushing in his head, the feeling of the wool he's clutching to like a lifeline.

And then a car hoots in the distance and just as quickly as it happens, the moment is gone.

Fuck. Oh fuck. There's no going back now. That wasn't just a mistletoe kiss, Trent knows it wasn't.

Trent throws a nervous glance to where the party is still going on, where all of AFC Richmond is as full of the joy and spirit of Christmas as they would be in December, and Trent suddenly understands. He understands why Ted can't risk a PR nightmare. Why he needs to protect this. Now Trent also has to.

"Trent," Ted whispers, trying to lean in again, but Trent pulls back.

"I have to go," he says, trying to keep his voice steady as he does. "I just… I have to go."

Without another word, he strides back inside, gathers Anabelle and her newly acquired pile of toys and heads home. He's running away, he knows, but he can't bring himself to consider that this might be a bad idea. It's what AFC Richmond needs. It's what Ted needs.

Once Anabelle is safely in bed and fast asleep, Trent puts on Love Actually as a form of self-flagellation and begins working his way through his scotch collection. He doesn't normally allow himself to drink like this on his own – especially not when Anabelle is in the house – but he can't afford to think tonight. He just can't.

It's only the next morning, with his mouth feeling like it's full of rancid cotton, with the Love, Actually DVD menu playing on loop, that Trent fully remembers why he can't be trusted alone with alcohol.

Squinting against the brightness of his open laptop, Trent realises, with a wave of nausea, that he's sent an email to Lonely In London.

Fuck.

***

Ted isn't going to think about the kiss. He's just not. He can move on and pretend it never happened. That's definitely something he can do.

"So, Bud, how'd you enjoy your summer Christmas?" asks Ted, not thinking about the kiss, as he and Henry finally collapse back onto the couch in their living room.

Trent had tasted like mango sorbet. But he's not thinking about that.

"I had so much fun!" says Henry. "Can we do it again next year?"

"Of course," Ted replies, actually forgetting the kiss for a moment when he sees how happy Henry is. He pulls him into a tight hug. "This one's not over yet though. How could we possibly go to bed without watching the greatest Christmas movie of all time?"

"Muppets?" asks Henry.

"Muppets," Ted nods.

Ted continues not thinking about the kiss while Michael Cane acts up a storm in a sea of felt. He doesn't think about the way that Trent had clung onto him. He keeps his mind far away from the way he'd looked at him before it happened. Like he couldn't believe it was happening. He doesn't think about how hungry it had seemed. From both of them.

Maybe he was over-confident in assuming where he and Trent were at, but he doesn’t think he's been reading the signs wrong. Trent had wanted him, at least in the moment of that kiss. Whether that kiss was what put him off was the big mystery.

Ted despairs as he imagines where that's going to put their already fraught communications.

Not that he's thinking about the kiss.

A ding from his phone pulls him out of his self-pity and it's a welcome distraction. It's another Lonely In London email. He's largely started ignoring these on the advice of Dr Sharon after he complained that they could get overwhelming, but something about the opening line of this one grabs him.

Dear Lonely In London

London is a lonely shithole. It's cold, grimy, and the people aren't much better. It can make you feel like you're the only person on Earth sometimes, even when you're surrounded by people on all sides. I've been here my whole life and in 46 years nothing has changed that.

Until you.

Now, please don't misunderstand – I'm painfully aware of how crazy it is to put all that on you, a stranger from a letter on a podcast. For all any of us know, you could be completely fictional. Something made up by the hosts to boost their listens. You're not a stranger to me, though. You're real to me in a way not many people in my life are.

I'm currently watching one of those overwrought romantic comedies with several morally dubious storylines, and I'm hating every minute of it. However, it has made me realise that my whole life, I've been content to play things safe. Everything from my career to my ex-husband to the area in which I live seems as though I set up to risk nothing. And even with that, I've still lost so much.

But now there's you. And you can't know how much you've changed my mind about risk, even in just the short time I've known of you.

And that's why instead of playing it safe this time, I'm going all-in on a grand romantic gesture.

This Christmas Eve, at 8pm, I will be waiting at the arrivals gate at Heathrow. Meet me there. I know you have no idea who I am, but I have to believe you'll know me when you see me, just as I'll know you.

At the very least, you have a whole five months to decide. If you're curious, or haven't found anything better by then, you know where I'll be.

Even if nothing ever comes of this, I trust this email, at bare minimum, helps make London less lonely, the way yours made it feel less lonely for me.

Yours,

Isolated in Islington

"That's like Love, Actually!" says Henry, startling Ted. He didn't realise he was reading the email too. "It's Christmas in July and they're talking about Love, Actually. It's a sign. What if this is the love of your life?"

It can't be, Kiddo, thinks Ted. It's not Trent Crimm.

"Yeah? And what if it's a crazy axe murderer?" laughs Ted, gently poking Henry in the ribs causing him to giggle too. "Or worse, an accountant?"

"But, Dad," says Henry. "You have to meet them. It's like a movie."

"Not all movies have happy endings, Bud," says Ted.

Sometimes you get left under the artificial mistletoe, not knowing how you got it so wrong.

"A lot of them do though," says Henry. "Can we at least say 'we'll see' for this one?"

'We'll see' is what Ted says when his answer is mostly yes, but he doesn't want to admit it yet.

"Hmm, we'll see," says Ted, tickling Henry. "Before we ever cross that bridge though, we've got to talk about how it's a little on the impolite side to read things on other people's phones unless they specifically tell you that you can."

"Sorry, Dad," says Henry and then because Rizzo is yelling "light the lamp, not the rat" on the TV, Ted loses his son to the movie once more.

The idea of living out a grand romcom moment isn't the least appealing in the world. Trent's clearly not as interested as he thought he might be, and whoever this Isolated in Islington is, they seem, at the very least, to be on the same page as him.

In any case, the arrivals gate at Heathrow is about as public as public gets. There's plenty security around. Other than maybe a bit of press speculation, what would he really be risking?

Disappointment, Ted realises.

He decides to file it away to think about later. He's got 5 months to figure it all out after all.

He briefly debates texting Trent, to see if he can coax out a conversation about what happened, but decides against it. If Trent doesn't want him, he doesn't want him. It's as simple as that.

He'll leave being a muppet to Gonzo.

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Features of Cutout Pro: A Comprehensive Overview

In today's digital world, high-quality image editing tools are indispensable for designers, marketers, and photographers alike. Among the myriad of options available, Cutout Pro stands out for its specialized capabilities in image background removal and manipulation. This article delves into the features of Cutout Pro, exploring its advanced tools, usability, and benefits for various users.

Introduction to Cutout Pro

Cutout Pro is a powerful image editing software designed primarily for background removal and image cutouts. It caters to users who need precise and efficient solutions for editing images, whether for professional use in marketing campaigns, e-commerce platforms, or personal projects. This tool is celebrated for its user-friendly interface and advanced features that simplify complex image editing tasks.

Key Features of Cutout Pro

1. Automatic Background Removal

One of the standout features of Cutout Pro is its automatic background removal. Leveraging advanced algorithms and machine learning, Cutout Pro can swiftly and accurately isolate the subject from its background. This feature is particularly useful for users who need to create transparent backgrounds or replace backgrounds without manually selecting areas.

Precision: The software’s algorithm adapts to different image types, providing accurate edge detection and minimizing the need for manual touch-ups.

Speed: Automatic background removal significantly reduces editing time, making it ideal for bulk processing.

2. Manual Adjustment Tools

While automatic background removal is efficient, there are times when manual adjustments are necessary. Cutout Pro offers a range of manual tools to refine the cutout process.

Brush Tool: Allows users to paint over areas that need to be included or excluded from the final cutout.

Eraser Tool: Provides precision for removing unwanted parts of the image that automatic processes might miss.

Lasso Tool: Enables users to draw around the subject, giving more control over the selection.

3. Edge Refinement

Edge refinement is crucial for achieving realistic and clean cutouts, especially for images with fine details like hair or fur. Cutout Pro excels in this area with features that enhance the edges of the cutout.

Feathering: Softens the edges of the cutout to blend seamlessly with the new background.

Edge Smoothing: Reduces jagged lines and improves the overall appearance of the cutout.

4. Background Replacement

Replacing the background is a common task in image editing, and Cutout Pro simplifies this process. Users can easily add new backgrounds, whether they are solid colors, gradients, or images.

Background Templates: The software provides a range of pre-designed backgrounds for quick and easy replacements.

Custom Backgrounds: Users can upload their own images or graphics to use as backgrounds, offering flexibility and creativity.

5. Batch Processing

For users dealing with large volumes of images, Cutout Pro’s batch processing feature is a game-changer. This tool allows users to apply background removal and other edits to multiple images simultaneously.

Time Efficiency: Automates repetitive tasks, saving considerable time and effort.

Consistency: Ensures uniformity across multiple images, which is especially useful for e-commerce product listings or large-scale marketing materials.

6. Advanced AI Algorithms

Cutout Pro integrates advanced AI algorithms to enhance its functionality. These algorithms contribute to the software’s efficiency and accuracy in background removal and image editing.

Machine Learning: Continuously improves the tool’s performance by learning from user interactions and feedback.

Smart Detection: Identifies and isolates complex subjects with precision, even in challenging scenarios.

7. User-Friendly Interface

Cutout Pro is designed with a user-friendly interface that caters to both beginners and experienced editors. The intuitive layout and accessible tools make it easy to navigate and utilize the software’s features.

Drag-and-Drop Functionality: Simplifies the process of importing and exporting images.

Real-Time Preview: Allows users to see changes as they make them, ensuring accuracy and satisfaction with the final result.

8. Customization Options

Customizing the editing process is vital for achieving specific results. Cutout Pro offers several customization options to tailor the software to individual needs.

Adjustable Settings: Fine-tune the sensitivity and accuracy of the background removal tool based on the image’s complexity.

Personalized Presets: Save and reuse custom settings for efficiency and consistency.

9. Export Options

Once the editing is complete, Cutout Pro provides a range of export options to suit different needs. Users can save their work in various formats and resolutions.

File Formats: Supports popular formats like PNG, JPEG, and TIFF.

Resolution Settings: Adjust the resolution to meet the requirements for print or digital use.

10. Integration with Other Tools

Cutout Pro integrates seamlessly with other image editing tools and platforms. This interoperability enhances workflow and allows users to incorporate Cutout Pro into their existing processes.

Adobe Suite Integration: Easily export images to Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator for further editing.

Cloud Storage: Save and access images from cloud services for convenience and collaboration.

Benefits of Using Cutout Pro

1. Efficiency

Cutout Pro’s automatic and batch processing features significantly streamline the editing process, saving time and effort. The software’s efficiency makes it an excellent choice for users with tight deadlines or large projects.

2. Accuracy

With advanced AI algorithms and edge refinement tools, Cutout Pro ensures high accuracy in background removal and image editing. This precision is crucial for creating professional-quality images.

3. User-Friendliness

The intuitive interface and user-friendly tools make Cutout Pro accessible to users of all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned designer or a novice, you can easily navigate the software and achieve your desired results.

4. Flexibility

Cutout Pro’s range of features and customization options provide flexibility for various editing needs. From simple background removals to complex image manipulations, the software adapts to different requirements.

5. Cost-Effectiveness

For users seeking a specialized tool for background removal and image cutouts, Cutout Pro offers a cost-effective solution compared to more comprehensive image editing suites. Its focused functionality provides excellent value for money.

Conclusion

Cutout Pro stands out as a specialized tool for background removal and image cutouts, offering a range of features that cater to both individual and professional needs. With its advanced AI algorithms, manual adjustment tools, and user-friendly interface, Cutout Pro simplifies the image editing process while delivering high-quality results. Whether you’re managing large volumes of images or working on detailed edits, Cutout Pro provides the tools and efficiency necessary to achieve your goals.

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Olivia is comparable to a man in midlife crisis. She was chasing after a younger man, willing to uproot her children and take them away from their father where the kids would either have be part of the carbon footprint or not see their dad very often. If she really wanted Harry so much why not leave the kids with their dad? She tried uprooting them for her own selfish reasons, not for their benefit. Trying to relive her youth through getting with an ex boybander, may cause problems with her kids later.

… because their dad sucks absolute fucking ass lmfaooooo? He’s not actually Wholesome Ted Lasso, he’s a philandering whoring substance abuser with shitty friends????? 😩😩🫠🫠

I’m not pro Olivia because I think she’s bonkers but I’d be WAY more anti Olivia if she left two children with Jason Sudeikis??????? And she was clearly very serious about Harry???? And she’s too young for a midlife crisis btw??? And Daisy at least loves Harry??? Otis is okay with him too?? Come on?????? This is so not it???????

Also she thought they’d all be based in London because that’s where Jason had been living and the only reason he ended Ted Lasso when he did was to fuck her over? (And he fucked over his cast in the process but anyway…)

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Manual Background Removal vs. AI Background Removal: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job

Background removal in images has become an essential aspect of modern visual content creation. Whether you're a photographer, graphic designer, or content creator, the need to isolate subjects from their backgrounds is a common requirement. Two prominent methods stand out in the realm of background removal: manual removal and AI-powered removal. In this article, we'll delve into the differences between these approaches and help you decide which suits your needs best.

Manual Background Removal: A Detailed Insight

Definition and Traditional Methods

Manual background removal involves the painstaking process of isolating the subject from its background using various tools such as a lasso, pen tool, or eraser. This method has been the industry standard for years, relying on the skill and precision of human operators.

Pros and Cons of Manual Background Removal

While manual removal allows for meticulous attention to detail, it comes with its own set of challenges. The required skill level often leads to a longer turnaround time, and the process can be subjective, resulting in potential errors.

Time and Skill Requirements

The time and skill needed for manual removal make it suitable for smaller projects or instances where a personal touch is crucial. However, for larger tasks, the limitations of manual removal become apparent.

AI Background Removal: The Technological Leap

Introduction to AI Background Removal

AI background removal marks a significant advancement in image processing technology. Leveraging machine learning algorithms, AI can automatically identify and remove backgrounds accurately.

How AI Background Removal Works

AI background removal employs deep learning models trained on vast datasets. These models can distinguish between foreground and background elements, making removal efficient and precise.

Benefits of Using AI for Background Removal

The primary advantages of AI background removal include speed, consistency, and scalability. AI can handle large volumes of images quickly and maintains high accuracy across diverse subjects.

Comparison: Manual vs. AI Background Removal

Accuracy and Precision

While manual removal allows for intricate precision, AI has proven to be equally accurate, if not more so, especially when dealing with complex backgrounds or intricate details.

Speed and Efficiency

AI outshines manual removal in terms of speed and efficiency. What might take hours manually can be accomplished by AI in a fraction of the time, making it ideal for projects with tight deadlines.

Cost Considerations

While manual removal may seem cost-effective for smaller tasks, the scalability of AI makes it more cost-efficient for larger projects, considering the time saved in the process.

When to Choose Manual Background Removal

Scenarios Where Manual Removal is Preferable

Manual removal is still preferable when a personalized touch is crucial or when dealing with images requiring intricate detailing and customization.

Personal Touch and Customization

Manual removal remains a valuable option for projects where a human touch is essential, such as artistic or highly customized visuals.

When to Opt for AI Background Removal

Situations Where AI Excels

AI excels when speed and efficiency are paramount, such as in e-commerce product image processing or bulk photo editing for digital platforms.

Large-Scale Projects and Time Constraints

For tasks involving many images or tight deadlines, AI provides a streamlined solution, ensuring consistent results at a fraction of the time.

Challenges and Limitations of Manual Removal

Subjectivity and Errors

The manual removal process is subjective and can be prone to errors, depending on the operator's skill level and attention to detail.

Impact on Productivity

The time-intensive nature of manual removal impacts overall productivity, making it less feasible for projects with extensive image processing requirements.

Overcoming Limitations with AI Background Removal

Addressing Challenges Through AI Technology

AI technology addresses the challenges posed by manual removal, providing a more efficient and reliable solution for background removal tasks.

Enhancing Workflow and Output Quality

Integrating AI into the workflow enhances overall productivity and output quality, allowing for consistent results and minimizing the risk of human error.

User Experience: Client Perspectives

Feedback from Users Who Have Tried Both Methods

Client feedback highlights the preference for AI background removal due to its speed, accuracy, and scalability.

Common Preferences and Concerns

Users appreciate the precision of manual removal but express concerns about the time required, leading to a growing inclination toward AI solutions.

Future Trends in Background Removal

Advancements in AI Technology

Ongoing advancements in AI technology are expected further to enhance the accuracy and speed of background removal, making it an even more attractive option.

Potential Improvements in Manual Methods

Manual methods may see improvements in user interfaces and tools, but the inherent limitations of time and subjectivity may persist.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the choice between manual and AI background removal depends on the specific requirements of your project. While manual removal offers a personalized touch and intricate precision, AI background removal excels in speed, efficiency, and scalability. Combining both methods based on project needs can optimize workflow and output quality.

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