Blurring an image

You can use the Blur tool to apply different kinds of blur to an image, and you can also save your options as a preset for future use.

In Edit mode, in the Detail group, select Blur.
In the Blur type drop-down list, select the type of blur to apply.
Set the options as described below.
Do one of the following:
- Click Done to apply your changes and close the Blur tool.
- Click Cancel to discard all changes and close the tool.

ACDSee Photo Manager Note Blurring an image

Click Reset to clear your changes and reset to default settings. If you saved your changes, you cannot reset your settings.

Blur types

Gaussian	Produces an even, smooth blur.
Gaussian	Amount	Specifies the amount of blur. Move the slider to the right to intensify the effect.
Linear	Produces a blurring effect that gives the illusion of movement.
	Amount	Specifies the amount of blur. Move the slider to the right to intensify the effect.
	Angle	Specifies the direction of the blur effect.
Radial	Produces blur around a center point. Click the image to set the center point.
	Amount	Specifies the amount of blur. Move the slider to the right to intensify the effect.
	Clockwise	Specifies clockwise blur.
	Counter-clockwise	Specifies counter-clockwise blur.
	Horizontal position	Specifies the blur’s center point on the horizontal axis.
	Vertical position	Specifies the blur’s center point on the vertical axis.
Spread	Produces a smeared or frosted blur.
Spread	Amount	Specifies the amount of blur. Move the slider to the right to intensify the effect.
Zoom	Produces inward or outward blur to or from a center point.
	Amount	Specifies the amount of blur. Move the slider to the right to intensify the effect.
	Zoom in	Creates a blur that zooms in to the image’s center.
	Zoom out	Creates a blur that zooms out from the image’s center.
	Horizontal position	Specifies the blur’s center point on the horizontal axis.
	Vertical position	Specifies the blur’s center point on the vertical axis.

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