Add Scan Lines to Image Online
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What you can expect
Add scan lines to your image with this tool. Control the intensity, offset, power and size to achieve your perfect retro look.
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→Frequently asked questions
- How to add scan lines to an image?
- Select your file, then adjust the line size, offset, power, and intensity until the retro screen texture looks right.
- What are scan lines?
- Scan lines are horizontal bands that mimic the visible row structure of old CRT displays and analog video screens.
- How is Scan Lines different from CRT Monitor Filter?
- Scan Lines adds the line pattern only. CRT Monitor Filter combines scan lines with curvature, glow, noise, vignette, and color separation.
- What file formats can I export?
- You can export as PNG, JPEG, WebP, TIFF, BMP, or HEIC.
- Is this tool free to use?
- Yes — completely free, no account needed. Your images are processed entirely in your browser and never uploaded to a server. Downloads have no watermarks.
For developers
Use Scan Lines from Python
Open the Jupyter notebook example to see how to run this tool from the BrushCue Python API, inspect the processing steps, and adapt the workflow for scripts or batch image jobs.
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