Free
$ 0Non-commercial use. Explore the core toolkit to test ideas and share quick drafts.
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- Export up to 1080p
- Export up to 5s video
- Core effects library
- Basic preset controls
- Figma plugin
Dither Effect
Apply Dither to images and videos online
Reduce color depth and apply dithering to create a retro, pixel-art, or printed look. Perfect for old-school aesthetics, digital noise, and stylized visuals.
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Ideas for using the effect
Retro & pixel art
Recreate classic 8-bit and 16-bit visuals by limiting colors and adding dithering patterns.
Vintage print look
Simulate old magazine, newspaper, or risograph-style prints.
Digital noise texture
Add structured noise that feels intentional, not random — great for motion graphics.
Stylized color reduction
Simplify complex images while preserving contrast and visual structure.
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Pro
$ 12 /monthCommercial license with full features. High-resolution exports, longer clips, and work without watermarks.
- No watermarks
- Commercial license
- Dynamic effects export
- 4k resolution export
- 120s video export
- Save and share up to 10 custom presets
Animate new
$ 20 /monthKeyframes, longer video exports and unlimited presets.
- Animate effects with keyframes
- Up to 5 minutes video export
- Unlimited custom presets
- Keyframe timeline controls
- Reusable animation settings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is dithering?
Dithering simulates missing colors by mixing pixels in patterns, creating the illusion of more detail with fewer colors.
Why use dithering instead of blur or noise?
Dithering creates structured, intentional texture — perfect for retro or print-like aesthetics.
Can I control the color depth?
Yes. You can adjust how many colors remain and how aggressively dithering is applied.
Does Dither work on videos?
Yes. The effect works in real time on both images and videos.
Can I combine Dither with other effects?
Absolutely. Combine it with contrast, halftone, grain, or color effects for richer retro results.