AI VHS Filter

How it works

1. 1

   Upload your photo

   Drop your image into EditThisPic. JPG, PNG, WebP up to 7MB. Works best with well-lit photos that have good contrast—the VHS effect will add authentic degradation and color bleeding.

   Expect: Simple edits: 15-30 seconds. Complex lighting: may need one refinement for optimal color distortion.
2. 2

   Describe the VHS look you want

   Type your instruction: 'apply VHS camcorder filter with scan lines' or 'make it look like 1990s home video with color bleeding.' Be specific about the era, distortion level, and whether you want scan lines, tracking errors, or color shift. No marking needed—the AI applies the effect to your entire image.

   Tip: Mention specific VHS characteristics: 'heavy scan lines', 'purple/blue color shift', 'tracking errors at top', or '1987 camcorder quality' for more authentic results.

   Copy one of these to get started:

   Classic 1990s home video look apply VHS camcorder filter with scan lines, slight color bleeding, and authentic 1990s video quality

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   Heavy retro distortion apply heavy VHS filter with prominent scan lines, purple color shift, tracking errors, and chromatic aberration like worn tape

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   Subtle 1980s camcorder aesthetic apply subtle VHS filter with light scan lines and mild color bleeding, like early 1980s camcorder footage

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   Vintage family video make it look like 1992 family home video with VHS scan lines, warm color cast, and slight tracking wobble

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   Lo-fi music video aesthetic apply VHS filter with heavy color bleeding, blue/magenta chromatic aberration, and prominent horizontal scan lines

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   Security camera VHS look apply grainy black and white VHS filter with timestamp overlay effect and security camera quality

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3. 3

   Generate and review

   Click Generate and watch as AI applies authentic VHS distortion, color bleeding, scan lines, and chromatic aberration. Check the result for the right level of degradation—too subtle or too strong can be adjusted with a new prompt.

4. 4

   Refine if needed

   If the effect is too subtle, regenerate with 'heavier VHS distortion and more color bleeding.' If too strong, try 'lighter VHS filter with subtle scan lines.' You can adjust intensity without starting over.

   Tip: Combine with specific years ('1983 VHS quality') or recording conditions ('worn tape with tracking errors') for unique vintage aesthetics.