Applying a Contours effect

You can use the Contours effect to draw contour lines on your image to create a cartoon effect. You can select or change the Contours options to apply the effect to your image, and save your options as a preset for use at another time.

To apply a Contours effect:

  1. In Edit mode, in the Add group, click Special Effect.
  2. Click Contours.
  3. On the Contours tab, set the options as described below.
  4. Do one of the following:
    • Click Done to accept your changes and close the pane.
    • Click Cancel to discard your changes and close the pane.

Contours options

Rounding

Specifies the amount of curve in the contour lines. The higher the value, the rounder the lines.

Line frequency

Specifies the amount of space between the contour lines. The higher the value, the closer the lines move together.

Line strength

Specifies the strength of the line. The higher the value, the darker the line.

Line color

Specifies the color of the contour lines.

See also:

Applying a Contours effect