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Polar to Rectangular Effect
Apply Polar to Rectangular to images and videos online
Unwrap circular images into flat rectangular space. Perfect for 360°-style projections, panoramas, and experimental visual transformations.
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Ideas for using the effect
360° image unwrapping
Flatten circular or radial visuals into panoramic layouts.
Abstract distortions
Create stretched, surreal compositions from round shapes.
Motion design transitions
Turn circular motion into linear animations.
Data & generative art
Transform polar-coordinate visuals into readable grids.
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$ 12
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Polar to Rectangular do?
It converts polar-coordinate visuals (circular layouts) into a flat rectangular representation.
When should I use this effect?
Use it when your image or video has radial structure and you want to “unwrap” it.
Is this used for 360° images?
Yes. It’s commonly used to flatten 360° or circular projections.
Does it work on videos?
Yes. The transformation runs in real time on videos.
Can I combine it with other effects?
Absolutely. Try combining it with color grading, noise, or blur for creative results.