Sharpen Tool

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Supported formats: JPG, PNG, WEBP
Supported formats: JPG, PNG, WEBP

How to use the sharpen tool online

1

Upload an image

Use the form above to load an image. Click the 'Upload image' button, copy and paste or drag and drop an image into the uploader.

2

Adjust

Adjust the settings in the tool options bar to determine the size of the tool.

3

Apply

Use the sharpen brush to apply sharpness in selected areas of the image.

Learn More About
the Sharpen Tool

1. About the Sharpen Tool

The sharpen tool allows you to apply sharpness to specific areas of your image. This can be useful for enhancing details or correcting blurry areas in your image. Upload an image from your computer and use the sharpen tool to apply sharpness as needed.

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2. How the Sharpen Tool Works

The sharpen tool works by applying sharpness to specific areas of your image. When you use the tool, it increases the contrast along the edges in the selected area, making details appear clearer and more defined. This allows you to enhance details or correct blurry areas in your image efficiently.

2.1 Selecting the Sharpen Tool

To select the sharpen tool, look for the pointy triangle shaped icon in your image editor toolbar. Click on it to activate the tool, and the tool options bar will display settings for the sharpen tool.

2.2 Sharpening Image Areas

To sharpen an area of your image, use the sharpen brush to paint over the areas you want to enhance. The width of the brush strokes is determined by the size setting in the tool options bar. Apply the brush carefully to achieve the desired sharpness.

3. Sharpen Tool Settings

The sharpen tool has several settings that allow you to control how the brush affects your image. These settings are available in the tool options bar when the sharpen tool is selected.

  • Size: Sets the size of the sharpen brush, determining the width of the brush strokes.
  • Strength: Controls the intensity of the sharpening effect applied by the brush.
  • Hardness: Determines the hardness of the brush edges, affecting how sharply the sharpening is applied.