Xerox Effect

Apply Xerox to images and videos online

Recreate the raw, high-contrast look of vintage photocopiers. Turn any image or video into a bold black-and-white Xerox-style print with gritty noise and imperfect texture.

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Original image before applying Xerox effect Before
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Ideas for using the effect

Photocopy aesthetic

Simulate classic copy machine output with harsh threshold contrast and crushed blacks.

Zine & punk graphics

Create underground-style posters, DIY flyers, album covers, and rebellious editorial visuals.

Brutalist design

Strip images down to pure black and white for aggressive, minimal compositions.

Analog print texture

Add layered noise to mimic toner grain, paper imperfections, and mechanical copy artifacts.

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Start creating with Xerox 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 does the Xerox preset do?

Xerox converts your image into a high-contrast black-and-white style using threshold mapping and layered noise for an authentic photocopy look.

Why are there multiple noise layers?

Stacked noise layers create depth and realism — one simulates toner grain, another adds paper texture and analog irregularities.

Can I control how harsh the effect looks?

Yes. Adjust the threshold for contrast intensity and tweak noise levels to go from subtle print texture to extreme copy degradation.

Does it work for video?

Yes. Xerox works in real time on video, creating animated grain and dynamic analog-style distortion.

What type of images work best?

High-detail images, portraits, typography, and graphic compositions work especially well due to the strong contrast and texture emphasis.