# Image Blend Modes and Compositing Tools

Choose a blend or compositing mode, align source layers, compare looks, and verify halo, color, and alpha behavior at delivery size.

> Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/hubs/image-blend-modes-and-compositing-tools

- **Keywords:** blend modes, image compositing, halo check, alpha edges, delivery-size review

## Frequently asked questions

### Why review the result at delivery size instead of full resolution only?

Halos, matte lines, and oversharpened transitions often become obvious only after the composite is resized to its final use.

### When is soft light safer than hard light or overlay?

Soft light usually preserves texture and skin transitions better when you want gentle contrast without aggressive edge punch.

### Should color burn and color dodge be my first comparison?

Usually no. Start with simpler darken or lighten modes and move to burn or dodge only when the image still needs stronger tonal steering.

### Can a blend mode fix poor alignment?

No. Misregistration creates doubled edges and false halos that every blend preview will inherit.