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.

To blur an image:

  1. In Edit mode, in the Detail group, select Blur.
  2. In the Blur type drop-down list, select the type of blur to apply.
  3. Set the options as described below.
  4. 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.

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.

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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Blurring an image