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Image Multiply Blend

Apply multiply blend mode between two images to create shadow effects and darken colors

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

Base image that will be multiplied with the overlay

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

Overlay image to multiply with the base image

0 1 1

Opacity of the overlay image (0.0 to 1.0)

Output format for the result image (PNG recommended for transparency)

Output quality for lossy formats

Key Facts

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

Overview

The Image Multiply Blend tool allows you to combine two images using the multiply blend mode, effectively darkening the base image based on the overlay's pixel values. This technique is ideal for creating realistic shadows, adding texture overlays, or deepening color tones in your digital compositions.

When to Use

  • •When you need to add realistic shadows to a base image using a shadow-only overlay.
  • •When you want to blend a texture or pattern onto a surface while maintaining the underlying details.
  • •When you need to darken specific areas of an image by applying a custom mask or overlay.

How It Works

  • •Upload your base image and the overlay image you wish to blend.
  • •Adjust the overlay opacity slider to control the intensity of the darkening effect.
  • •Select your preferred output format and quality settings.
  • •Process the images to generate the final composite file.

Use Cases

Adding natural-looking shadows to product photography by overlaying a shadow mask.
Applying paper or grit textures to digital illustrations to give them a vintage, tactile feel.
Darkening specific regions of a photo to create a vignette or focus effect.

Examples

1. Adding Realistic Shadows to Product Photos

E-commerce Photographer
Background
A product photo lacks depth because the object appears to be floating without a contact shadow.
Problem
Need to integrate a soft, transparent shadow layer onto the base product image.
How to Use
Upload the product photo as the Base Image and the shadow mask as the Overlay Image, then set opacity to 0.8.
Example Config
opacity: 0.8, format: png
Outcome
The product appears grounded with a natural shadow effect that respects the underlying surface texture.

2. Applying Texture to Digital Art

Digital Illustrator
Background
A flat digital painting looks too clean and lacks a traditional artistic finish.
Problem
Need to add a subtle paper grain texture to the entire illustration.
How to Use
Upload the illustration as the Base Image and a high-contrast paper grain texture as the Overlay Image.
Example Config
opacity: 0.3, format: jpeg, quality: 90
Outcome
The illustration gains a subtle, professional paper texture that adds depth and character.

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FAQ

What does the multiply blend mode do?

The multiply blend mode takes the color values of the top layer and multiplies them by the color values of the bottom layer, resulting in a darker image.

Can I adjust the strength of the effect?

Yes, you can use the Overlay Opacity slider to adjust how much the overlay influences the base image.

Which file formats are supported?

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

What is the recommended output format?

PNG is recommended if you need to preserve transparency or require the highest image quality.

Is there a limit to the file size?

Each uploaded file must be 10MB or smaller.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/image-multiply

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
imageFile1 file (Upload required) Yes Base image that will be multiplied with the overlay
imageFile2 file (Upload required) Yes Overlay image to multiply with the base image
opacity range No Opacity of the overlay image (0.0 to 1.0)
format select No Output format for the result image (PNG recommended for transparency)
quality number No Output quality for lossy formats

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/image-multiply 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-multiply": {
      "name": "image-multiply",
      "description": "Apply multiply blend mode between two images to create shadow effects and darken colors",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=image-multiply",
      "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]