Which tool is most efficient for removing a crack from a photograph by painting over it with samples from another part of the wall?

The Healing Brush Tool is designed specifically for tasks such as repairing imperfections in photographs, including cracks. It operates by sampling pixels from a selected source area and blending them into the target area seamlessly. This means when you paint over a crack, the Healing Brush not only uses the texture from the sample area but also takes into account the color and lighting of the surrounding pixels.

This blending capability allows for a more natural appearance in the edited area, making it particularly effective for removing blemishes or cracks on textured surfaces like walls. The Healing Brush also offers the advantage of adjusting based on the texture of the surrounding area, ensuring that the repaired section integrates smoothly with the rest of the image.

In contrast, while the Clone Stamp Tool can also be used to address imperfections by replicating pixels from one area to another, it does so without the advanced blending features of the Healing Brush, often resulting in a less seamless repair. The Paint Bucket Tool is primarily for filling in large areas with a solid color and does not offer the functionality needed for detailed repairs. The Brush Tool is versatile but does not have the sampling and blending features specific to photo retouching tasks, making it less efficient for this particular purpose.

Therefore, the Healing Brush is the most efficient choice for