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Try These Editing Hacks to Fix Blurry, Pixelated Photos

We consulted our photographers, graphic designers, and print team for editing hacks on how to prevent and eliminate the most common problems when editing photos – blurriness and pixelation. And their tips and tricks are incredible! 

Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, these hacks will ensure that your final photos are crisp, sharp, and visually captivating. ";s:8:

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8 Hacks for Fixing Blurry Photos

What Causes Blurry Photos?

Blurriness in photos can be caused by various factors including camera shake, improper focusing, low light conditions, or limitations in the camera equipment. 

5 Photography Hacks to Prevent Blurry Images When Taking Pictures

When taking a picture, use these 5 tips to avoid blurry photos:
  • Steady your camera with a tripod
  • Use autofocus settings
  • For phone cameras, touch the subject of the picture on your screen to bring the object into focus
  • Avoid low light conditions
  • Take multiple shots, or use “burst mode” when photographing moving subjects
By implementing these techniques you can greatly reduce the risk of blurry photos. 

3 Editing Hacks to Fix Blurry Pictures

If you captured what you thought was “the perfect picture” but then notice it is blurry, use AI to reduce or eliminate blurriness. 

Free AI Tools to Fix Blurry Pictures

To reduce or eliminate blurriness in photos using AI, simply upload your image, click on the corresponding editing tool, and get a less blurry output in seconds. 

We recommend these three AI tools. They free to use (or have free trials) and can eliminate blurriness with one click:

Topaz Gigapixel AI

Topaz Gigapixel AI is an AI image upscaler that can increase resolution on a wide variety of subjects (portraits, wildlife, landscapes, architecture, etc) and is used by companies such as Netflix, Apple, Disney, and more. 

Let’sEnhance.io

Let’sEnhance.io is an intuitive one-click editor that lets you add extra detail and pixels to your photo to resolutions of HD, 4k, and higher. 

Fotor

Fotor is one of the most versatile, robust, and easy-to-use AI editing tools. It was awarded the “Top Developer” by Google Play. Fotor is completely free to use. 

If your original image is even slightly out-of-focus, the blurriness will be amplified when the image is enlarged for your custom BIG Wall Décor print. It’s important to enhance your photo with AI before enlarging to have a crisp, clear printed image. 

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5 Hacks to Fix Pixelated Photos

What Causes Pixelation When Enlarging Photos?

Your photo is made up of a grid of tiny squares or “pixels.” Pixelation is when an image is low quality and you can see the edges of the individual pixels. When a low-resolution or compressed photo is enlarged beyond its intended size, the pixels are stretched. Each pixel becomes more visible and has a jagged, blocky appearance.

3 Photography Hacks to Prevent Pixelation When Taking Pictures

Use these simple tips to prevent pixelation when taking pictures:
  • Use a high-resolution camera
  • Avoid digital zoom, move closer to your subject instead
  • Use additional light and avoid low-light settings
As technology advances at a rapid rate, better camera technology becomes more affordable and accessible. Ultimately, a better camera is the best way to prevent pixelation when taking pictures.

2 Editing Hacks to Fix Pixelation in Your Enlarged Pictures

AI is able to edit, replace, and even add pixels to your photo to increase the resolution. This technology is a major breakthrough for fixing pixelated images, especially when enlarging photos for custom prints. 

Most Popular AI Tools to Reduce Pixelation in Photos

To reduce or eliminate pixelation in your photos, simply upload your image, click on the corresponding editing button, and let the AI reduce pixelation. 

We recommend these two AI tools. They free to use (or have free trials) and can eliminate pixelation with one click:

Remini

Remini is a powerful AI tool that elevates and enhances your images to a professional level. You can enlarge photos 2X without sacrificing quality. This easy-to-use app has 40 million monthly active users. You can edit one image per day for free with Remini. 

HitPaw Photo Enhancer

HitPaw Photo Enhancer is the “best AI photo enhancer.” Their AI Image Enlarger reduces pixelation so you can make your photo bigger without losing any quality or clarity. 

Don’t overlook the power of AI image enhancement tools. With their speed and accessibility, it’s worth taking a few extra minutes to ensure that your large custom print is smooth and detailed. 
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