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
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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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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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 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.