Neon Photo Filter Tool

Cyberpunk

Inspired by the dystopian sci-fi aesthetic seen in films like Blade Runner and games like Cyberpunk 2077. This preset uses a high-contrast combination of cyan and magenta with strong bloom effects and a dark background to create that futuristic, high-tech look. Perfect for urban nightscapes, portraits with strong lighting, or any image where you want to create a sense of technological dystopia.

Retrowave

Also known as synthwave or vaporwave, this style evokes 1980s aesthetics with its vibrant pink and blue color scheme. The retrowave preset applies a nostalgic glow with moderate bloom effects and overlay blending for that classic 80s sunset grid look. This preset works wonderfully on landscapes, cityscapes, and portraits when you want to create that retro-futuristic vibe.

Midnight

A more subtle, moody neon effect dominated by deep blues and purples. The midnight preset creates an atmosphere reminiscent of night cities with neon signs in the rain. It uses color-dodge blending for sharper highlights and moderate bloom. This preset is excellent for creating a more atmospheric, contemplative mood while still maintaining that neon aesthetic.

Ultraviolet

Focused on the purple end of the spectrum, this preset creates a psychedelic, otherworldly effect reminiscent of blacklight posters. With its high saturation and screen blending, it makes whites and highlights pop with an eerie glow. Perfect for creating surreal, dreamlike images or party photography with a distinctive look.

Electric

The most intense of all presets, Electric uses vibrant green and yellow tones with maximum bloom and hard-light blending to create a powerful, energetic effect. This setting simulates the look of high-voltage electricity or radioactive materials. Ideal for action shots, sports photography, or any image where you want to convey power, energy, or intensity.

Pastel

A gentler approach to neon effects, the Pastel preset uses softer pink and blue tones with reduced intensity and soft-light blending. Unlike the other presets, it doesn't use a dark background, creating a dreamy, ethereal look rather than the harsh contrast of typical neon. This preset works beautifully for portraits, fashion photography, or any image where you want a touch of neon without overwhelming the original colors.

Color Control

The Advanced mode gives you control over two colors rather than just one:

• • Primary Color: Applied to highlights and brighter areas of your image
• • Secondary Color: Applied to midtones and shadows for a dual-tone neon effect

For classic neon looks, try complementary colors like cyan/magenta or blue/purple. For more dramatic effects, use contrasting colors like green/purple or blue/orange.

Blend Modes

• • Screen: Lightens the image and creates a classic neon glow effect. Best for general use.
• • Overlay: Increases contrast while adding neon colors. Great for retrowave effects.
• • Color Dodge: Creates intense, blown-out highlights for a strong, vibrant neon effect.
• • Hard Light: Produces high contrast with strong color impact. Ideal for electric and intense effects.
• • Soft Light: Applies a gentler effect that preserves more of the original image. Good for subtle neon touches.
• • Lighten: Only affects areas darker than the neon color, creating a selective glow effect.

Bloom & Glow

These two settings create the characteristic light diffusion of neon effects:

• • Bloom Amount: Controls how much the bright areas spread and glow. Higher values create more light diffusion.
• • Bloom Radius: Determines how far the glow extends from bright areas. Larger radius creates softer, more diffuse glow.
• • Glow Amount: Enhances the overall brightness of highlighted areas for a more intense neon effect.

For realistic neon signs, use moderate bloom with small radius. For dreamy, cyberpunk effects, use higher bloom amount with larger radius.

Image Adjustments

Fine-tune the overall look of your neon effect:

• • Brightness: Adjusts the overall luminosity. Positive values brighten the image, negative values darken it.
• • Contrast: Increases or decreases the difference between light and dark areas.
• • Saturation: Controls color intensity. Higher values create more vibrant colors, lower values create more muted effects.
• • Grain Amount: Adds photographic noise to give a more authentic, film-like quality to your neon effect.