What tool would you use to fix pixels on an old image?

The Spot Healing Brush is a powerful tool specifically designed for quickly and effectively fixing imperfections in images, such as pixels that have aged or become damaged. This tool works by automatically sampling surrounding pixels to blend the area you are correcting seamlessly with its neighbors. It is particularly useful for small, localized fixes where the texture and color of the surrounding area can be easily matched, making it ideal for restoring old images.

While the Clone Stamp Tool allows for more manual control by cloning pixels from one part of the image to another, it requires precise placement and may not automatically blend edges as effectively as the Spot Healing Brush. The Patch Tool is useful for larger areas of repair but involves more steps, such as selecting the area to be fixed and dragging to a source area, which can make it less suitable for quick fixes. The Healing Brush, similar to the Clone Stamp but with the added benefit of blending, requires the user to manually sample the source pixels, making it less automated than the Spot Healing Brush for quick repairs.

In summary, the Spot Healing Brush is designed for rapid, uncomplicated restoration of small imperfections, making it the best tool for fixing pixels on an old image.