Detail
Sharpening increases the contrast between adjacent pixels, making details pop. This is crucial for images that contain fine text or intricate designs.
Sharpen
Sharpen and Convert to PNG
Why Sharpen an Image?
Quality
An image that is slightly out of focus can look less professional. Sharpening your images enhances their perceived quality, making them visually appealing.
Post Resize
When resizing images, they often lose sharpness. By sharpening after resizing, you can maintain optimal clarity and detail.
Configure the form below and click Sharpen and Convert to PNG
Format Options
Quality
Range (0-100)
Sharpen
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Radius
The size of the area to sharpen
Sigma
The amount of Sharpening to take place
Filename
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Postfix
Adds a piece of text to the filename before the period (.)
Meta Data
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Should I sharpen my PNG images before or after resizing them?
It’s generally better to sharpen your images after you resize them. Resizing can blur the image, so sharpening afterward restores clarity.
Can I over-sharpen an image?
Yes, over-sharpening can lead to halos, noise, and artificial-looking images. It’s essential to apply sharpening judiciously.
Are there any specific types of images that require sharpening?
Images with fine details, such as text, logos, and intricate patterns, benefit greatly from sharpening.
Does sharpening affect the image file size?
Generally, sharpening does not significantly alter the file size of a PNG image, but it's always good to check your final output.
Is there a difference between sharpening PNG and JPEG images?
Yes, JPEG images may suffer from artifacts when sharpened due to lossy compression, whereas PNG images can handle sharpening better due to their lossless nature.