Blur Image

Apply the canvas Gaussian blur filter to the source bitmap. This is a visual blur effect, not reliable removal of confidential information.

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Enter the inputs, then select Process image.

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How Blur Image works

Apply the canvas Gaussian blur filter to the source bitmap.

This is a visual blur effect, not reliable removal of confidential information. PNG output keeps the original dimensions.

Concept diagram for Blur Image, showing source image input and the supported output. — Concept diagram; the three operation images are actual browser captures.

How to use Blur Image

Start with your own input.

Choose source image

Choose a supported local file. This is a visual blur effect, not reliable removal of confidential information.

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Blur Image: input and settings in the implemented browser tool — Actual local browser view. Open the image to read it at full size.

Set the options

Set blur radius in pixels.

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Blur Image: tool result in the implemented browser tool — Actual local browser view. Open the image to read it at full size.

Run and check the output

Select Process image. Review an edited PNG file, then download the result file.

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Blur Image: review the details in the implemented browser tool — Actual local browser view. Open the image to read it at full size.

When to use Blur Image

Soften a background

To soften a background, start with source image. Apply the canvas Gaussian blur filter to the source bitmap.

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Color and image inputs represented by swatches and a pixel grid. — Start with the design input. Concept illustration.

Apply a visual blur effect

To apply a visual blur effect, start with source image. This is a visual blur effect, not reliable removal of confidential information.

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Design samples shown side by side for comparison. — Compare the visual result. Concept illustration.

Compare blur radii

To compare blur radii, start with source image. Review an edited PNG file, then download the result file.

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A visual asset prepared for use in a design workflow. — Prepare a design asset. Concept illustration.

How to read the result

Check what the output means.

An edited PNG file. Apply the canvas Gaussian blur filter to the source bitmap.

This is a visual blur effect, not reliable removal of confidential information. PNG output keeps the original dimensions.

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Color or image detail reviewed alongside its original input. — Inspect the output. Concept illustration.

Supported input and limits

Check the format before processing.

This is a visual blur effect, not reliable removal of confidential information. PNG output keeps the original dimensions.

Inputs and results are handled in this browser.

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Design output inspected before use in a destination layout. — Check the intended use. Concept illustration.

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Process image with your input

Review an edited PNG file, then download the result file.

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Blur Image: common questions

Answers about using Blur Image and understanding its results.

What does this tool support?

This is a visual blur effect, not reliable removal of confidential information. PNG output keeps the original dimensions.

Can I save the result?

Yes. Download the result file after processing. Text results also have Copy result. Processing uses local browser code; no account is required.