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Image Blur

Add blur effects to images with adjustable blur strength and multiple blur types

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Maximum file size: 10MB Supported formats: image/jpeg, image/png, image/webp, image/gif, image/bmp, image/tiff

Upload any image file (JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP, TIFF) to apply blur effects

Choose the type of blur effect to apply

0.1 5 20

Strength of blur effect. Higher = more blurry

Direction of motion blur (0° = horizontal, 90° = vertical)

Number of blur passes. More iterations = stronger effect

Standard deviation for gaussian blur. Higher = more blur

Choose output format or keep original. PNG recommended for quality

Output quality for lossy formats (JPEG, WebP). Higher = better quality but larger file size

Key Facts

Category
Design
Input Types
file, select, range, number
Output Type
file
Sample Coverage
4
API Ready
Yes

Overview

The Image Blur tool allows you to professionally apply various blur effects to your images, offering precise control over intensity, blur type, and output quality to achieve the perfect aesthetic for your design projects.

When to Use

  • •Obscuring sensitive information or faces in photos for privacy.
  • •Creating depth-of-field effects to draw focus to a specific subject.
  • •Softening backgrounds to make text overlays more readable in graphic designs.

How It Works

  • •Upload your image file (JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP, or TIFF).
  • •Select your preferred blur type, such as Gaussian, Motion, or Tilt-Shift.
  • •Adjust the blur strength, iterations, or specific parameters like motion angle to fine-tune the result.
  • •Choose your desired output format and quality, then process the image to download your blurred file.

Use Cases

Privacy protection by blurring faces or personal data in screenshots.
Enhancing visual hierarchy by blurring background images in social media graphics.
Artistic photography editing to simulate lens blur or motion effects.

Examples

1. Privacy Protection for Screenshots

Content Creator
Background
A creator needs to share a tutorial screenshot but must hide sensitive account information.
Problem
The text is readable and needs to be obscured quickly without cropping the image.
How to Use
Upload the screenshot, select 'Gaussian Blur', and set the strength to 15 to ensure the text is illegible.
Example Config
blurType: gaussian, blurStrength: 15
Outcome
The sensitive data is effectively blurred while the rest of the interface remains visible for the tutorial.

2. Creating Depth of Field

Graphic Designer
Background
A designer is creating a banner and needs the background image to be less distracting.
Problem
The background image is too sharp, making the foreground text difficult to read.
How to Use
Upload the background image, select 'Tilt-Shift' blur, and adjust the strength to create a soft, professional depth effect.
Example Config
blurType: tilt-shift, blurStrength: 8
Outcome
The background is softened, providing a clean, professional canvas for the text overlay.

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FAQ

What image formats are supported?

You can upload JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP, and TIFF files.

Can I control the intensity of the blur?

Yes, you can adjust the 'Blur Strength' slider to increase or decrease the intensity of the effect.

What is the difference between Gaussian and Motion blur?

Gaussian blur provides a smooth, standard softening effect, while Motion blur simulates movement in a specific direction.

Is there a limit to the file size I can upload?

Yes, the maximum file size for uploads is 10 MB.

Can I change the output format of my image?

Yes, you can choose to keep the original format or convert your image to JPEG, PNG, or WebP.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/image-blur

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
imageFile file (Upload required) Yes Upload any image file (JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP, TIFF) to apply blur effects
blurType select Yes Choose the type of blur effect to apply
blurStrength range No Strength of blur effect. Higher = more blurry
angle number No Direction of motion blur (0° = horizontal, 90° = vertical)
iterations number No Number of blur passes. More iterations = stronger effect
sigma number No Standard deviation for gaussian blur. Higher = more blur
format select No Choose output format or keep original. PNG recommended for quality
quality number No Output quality for lossy formats (JPEG, WebP). Higher = better quality but larger file size

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/image-blur to get filePath, then pass filePath to the corresponding file field.

Response Format

{
  "filePath": "/public/processing/randomid.ext",
  "fileName": "output.ext",
  "contentType": "application/octet-stream",
  "size": 1024,
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  },
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)"
}
File: File

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration: 

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-image-blur": {
      "name": "image-blur",
      "description": "Add blur effects to images with adjustable blur strength and multiple blur types",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=image-blur",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

Supports URL file links or Base64 encoding for file parameters.

If you encounter any issues, please contact us at [email protected]