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Photo Editing Styles and Variations

Temperature

Learn how temperature levels control cooler or warmer tones across interior and exterior photo edits.

Photo Editing Variable

Temperature

Temperature controls the balance between cool blue/cyan tones and warm red/yellow tones. Interiors use Levels 0-3; Level -1 is mainly intended for exteriors.

Temperature reference

Visual comparison

Compare the Levels

Temperature Level -1

Cool

Level -1

A slightly cool balance toward blue and cyan, recommended primarily for exterior images.

Temperature Level 0

Unaffected

Level 0

Keeps the original temperature without added warmth.

Temperature Level 1

Neutral

Level 1

Adds slight warmth while maintaining an overall neutral appearance.

Temperature Level 2

Warm

Level 2

Mildly enhances red and yellow tones while remaining realistic.

Temperature Level 3

Sunny

Level 3

Strongly enhances red and yellow tones for a visibly warmer atmosphere.