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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Original image before applying Dither effect Before
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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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Start creating with Dither for free

Test out the app with no strings attached. No registration or credit card information is required.

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Free

$ 0

Non-commercial use. Explore the core toolkit to test ideas and share quick drafts.

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  • Version history
  • Export up to 1080p
  • Export up to 10s video
  • Figma plugin

Pro

$ 12
/month billed monthly

Commercial license with full features. High-resolution exports, longer clips, and work without watermarks.

  • No watermarks
  • Animated videos from still images
  • 4k resolution export
  • 120s video export
  • Save & share up to 10 custom presets

Enterprise

Custom price

For teams with specific needs. Custom licensing, integrations, and priority support.

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  • Custom integrations
  • Priority support
  • Volume licensing

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.