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
Gradient map Effect
Apply Gradient map to images and videos online
Replace the tones of your image with a fully customizable color gradient. Map shadows, midtones, and highlights to any colors for duotones, tints, and stylized grading.
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Ideas for using the effect
Duotone
Assign two contrasting colors to shadows and highlights for a bold, graphic look.
Film toning
Recreate darkroom-style color toning — warm highlights, cool shadows, or vice versa.
Psychedelic colorization
Use a multi-stop gradient to paint images with vibrant, unexpected hues.
Monochromatic tint
Map all tones to shades of a single color for a cohesive, stylized palette.
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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 does Gradient map do?
It converts image brightness into colors — dark areas sample the left of the gradient, bright areas sample the right.
How is Gradient map different from a color tint?
A tint applies one color uniformly. Gradient map lets you assign different colors to each tonal range independently.
Can I add more than two colors?
Yes. You can add as many gradient stops as you like at any position across the tonal range.
Does Gradient map work on videos?
Yes. The effect processes in real time on both images and videos.
Can I combine Gradient map with other effects?
Absolutely. It pairs well with contrast, blur, grain, and vignette for polished creative results.