Effective Tips
Combining effects. Some effects pair up particularly well. For a dream-like look, try combining Edge Blur with the B&W effect. For an old-fashioned look, pair the Sepia or Antique effects with the Vignette effect. To create an oval border around a photo, combine the Matte and Vignette effects.
Don’t be afraid to try offbeat combinations, either. It might seem contradictory to follow the Boost Color effect with the Fade Color effect, but you can get some interesting results when you do.
If you effect yourself into a corner, just click the Revert to Original button at the bottom-left of the Effects pane to return to safety.
When once isn’t enough. You can apply most effects up to nine times: simply click the desired effect’s button ...
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