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Photo Editing Styles and Variations

Vignetting

Learn how vignetting darkens image edges to guide attention toward the center of the photo.

Photo Editing Variable

Vignetting

Vignetting is an optional finishing variable that darkens the image edges to guide attention toward the center. It is applied at the end of editing.

Vignetting reference

Visual comparison

Compare the Levels

Vignetting Level 1

Soft

Level 1

A subtle edge treatment that gently focuses attention without appearing obvious.

Vignetting Level 2

Medium

Level 2

A clearly visible but balanced darkening around the image edges.

Vignetting Level 3

Hard

Level 3

The strongest fixed vignette for a pronounced center-focused effect.