Fix Pixelated Photo

Describe the problem and AI fixes your photo automatically.

Blocky pixelated low-resolution photo — Before

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Smooth detailed photo after depixelation — After

Fix Pixelated Photo

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Cost: Free No signup required
Time: Instant results in 15-30 seconds
Works on: Any device - browser, phone, tablet, desktop
Powered by: AI-powered photo editing

How it works

Upload your photo

Upload any photo you want to transform. Clear subjects with good contrast convert best for pixelation style effects. JPG, PNG, WebP up to 7MB.

Expect: Most edits complete in 20-45 seconds. Complex changes may need 1-2 refinements.
Describe your edit

Type what you want: 'fix the pixelation, smooth the jagged pixels and restore detail.' Be specific about details for best results. The AI understands natural language — no technical skills needed.

Tip: Try the edit first without markers — enhancement usually works globally on the first try.

Copy one of these to get started:

Low-res image upscale fix the pixelation from low resolution, add detail and smooth the jagged edges
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Over-cropped photo fix the pixelation from cropping too much, restore detail in the enlarged area
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Screenshot or web image fix the pixelated screenshot, smooth it to look like a proper photo
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Old phone camera photo fix the pixelation from an old low-resolution phone camera, add modern detail
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4 more prompts

JPEG compression artifacts fix the JPEG compression artifacts and blocky pixelation, make it smooth and detailed
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Full quality restoration fix pixelation for maximum clarity and detail, make it look professionally retouched
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Natural-looking fix fix pixelation while keeping the photo looking completely natural and untouched
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Targeted correction only fix only pixelation in this specific area without affecting the rest of the photo
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Review the result

Verify the artistic conversion preserved key features like facial expressions, proportions, and important details. The style should feel cohesive across the entire image, not patchy.
Refine if needed

If certain parts of the artistic conversion look inconsistent — like a realistic hand on a cartoon body — tap markers on those areas and ask for style matching. The AI can adjust individual sections independently.

Tip: Markers are optional. Try without them first — the AI usually gets it right.

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Fix Pixelated Photo

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"Old profile photos from 2010 were tiny and pixelated. AI made them look like they were taken with a modern phone." @ThrowbackFan

See it in action

Low-res photo restored

Previously pixelated photo with smooth natural detail after AI restoration.

Prompt: fix the pixelation from low resolution, add detail

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Photo with JPEG compression artifacts — Before

Clean smooth photo after artifact removal — After

JPEG artifacts cleaned

Photo with smooth rendering after removing compression artifacts.

Prompt: fix the JPEG compression artifacts and blocky pixelation

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Detailed Guides by Scenario

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Art & Decoration

Transform your photos into pixelation artwork for wall prints, framed art, and home decoration.

Common Scenarios

Converting a favorite photo into a pixelation print for your living room wall
Creating a series of pixelation portraits of family members as matching wall art
Turning landscape or travel photos into pixelation art for office decoration

Best Practices

Start with a high-resolution photo — printed art needs sharp detail even after the style transform
Request a specific aspect ratio if the print will go in a particular frame
Try 'bold pixelation' vs. 'subtle pixelation' to control how dramatic the transformation looks

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Gifts & Personal Keepsakes

Turn meaningful photos into pixelation keepsakes — custom gifts, cards, and personalized items that people actually treasure.

Common Scenarios

Creating a pixelation portrait as a birthday or anniversary gift
Designing pixelation wedding invitations or save-the-dates from engagement photos
Making a pixelation memorial portrait for a loved one

Best Practices

Choose photos with clear faces and good lighting — the transformation preserves detail best from quality originals
For gifts, print on canvas or premium paper to complement the pixelation aesthetic
Request 'warm tones' or 'cool tones' to match the recipient's home decor

If something looks off

AI changed the wrong area

Why: The AI couldn't determine exactly which area you meant from the description alone.

Try: Tap a marker on the specific area you want to edit, then regenerate with the same prompt

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Tip: Markers tell the AI exactly where to focus. Use them when description alone is ambiguous.

Result looks unnatural or blurry

Why: The AI may need more specific guidance about the look you want.

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fix the pixelation, smooth the jagged pixels and restore detail, ensure natural lighting and sharp details that match the rest of the photo

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Tip: Adding 'natural' and 'realistic' to your prompt helps the AI prioritize believability.

Photo looks over-processed or artificial

Why: The enhancement was too aggressive, pushing the image beyond natural-looking.

Try: Try 'subtle enhancement only — keep the photo looking natural and not over-processed'

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Tip: Try the edit first without markers — enhancement usually works globally on the first try.

Fix made the image too smooth and lost texture

Why: Noise reduction or smoothing was applied too heavily, removing natural grain and detail.

Try: Add 'preserve original texture and grain while fixing the issue' to your prompt

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Tip: Mention 'keep natural skin texture' or 'preserve film grain' to avoid the plastic look.

Colors shifted when fixing the exposure

Why: Brightness adjustments affected the color balance, causing a tint shift.

Try: Regenerate with 'fix the exposure while maintaining the original color balance and white point'

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Tip: If you notice a color tint after fixing exposure, mention the tint specifically: 'remove the yellow cast.'

Quick answers

Do I need to mark the pixelated areas?

No, the AI detects and fixes pixelation across the entire image automatically.

Is this free?

Yes, 1 free edit per week. Plans from $3.99/mo for unlimited.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes, works in any mobile browser.

Can it fix extremely pixelated images?

Mild to moderate pixelation works best. Very tiny images (under 50px) have limited recovery potential.

Does it actually add detail?

The AI uses learned patterns to intelligently generate plausible detail where pixels are missing, creating natural-looking results.

What photo formats does the fix pixelated photo tool support?

JPG, PNG, WebP, and HEIC. Upload any common photo format and EditThisPic handles the rest.

How long does it take to fix pixelation?

Usually 20-45 seconds. Upload your photo, describe what you want, and the AI delivers the result.

Do I need to download an app to fix pixelation?

No app needed. EditThisPic runs entirely in your web browser on any device -- desktop, laptop, phone, or tablet.

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Fix Pixelated Photo

How it works

Upload your photo

Describe your edit

Review the result

Refine if needed

See it in action

Low-res photo restored

JPEG artifacts cleaned

Detailed Guides by Scenario

Art & Decoration

Common Scenarios

Best Practices

Social Media & Content

Common Scenarios

Best Practices

Gifts & Personal Keepsakes

Common Scenarios

Best Practices

If something looks off

Quick answers

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