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Just describe the fix you need. The AI restores detail automatically.

Heavily pixelated screenshot with blocky unreadable text Same screenshot with smooth readable text restored

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"fix the pixelation and make text readable, sharpen edges while smoothing blocks"

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How it works

  1. Upload your photo

    Drop your pixelated image into EditThisPic. JPG, PNG, and WebP up to 7MB. Even heavily compressed or low-resolution images can be improved—the AI works with whatever detail remains.

    Expect: Light pixelation: 15-20 seconds. Heavy compression artifacts: 20-30 seconds.
  2. Describe what you want

    Type your instruction: 'fix the pixelation' or 'remove pixelation and restore detail.' That's it. The AI identifies blocky artifacts and smooths them while recovering sharpness. No marking or selection needed.

    Tip: Add context if it helps: 'fix pixelation on the face' or 'remove compression artifacts and sharpen text' gives the AI more guidance.

    Copy one of these to get started:

    Over-compressed JPEG from messaging apps remove pixelation and restore detail, smooth out compression artifacts
    Low-resolution screenshot with text fix the pixelation and make text readable, sharpen edges while smoothing blocks
    Old webcam photo with blocky artifacts remove pixelation from this old photo, restore natural skin texture and smooth gradients
    Heavily compressed meme or social media save fix compression artifacts and pixelation, restore original image quality
    2 more prompts
    Pixelated face in group photo fix the pixelation on faces, restore facial detail while keeping the background unchanged
    Low-quality product image for listing remove pixelation and enhance product detail, make edges crisp and colors accurate
  3. Generate and review

    Check the result at full zoom. Look for smooth gradients where blocks used to be, readable text, and natural-looking edges. The goal is clarity without artificial smoothness.

See it in action

Heavily pixelated screenshot with blocky unreadable text
Before
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Same screenshot with smooth readable text restored
After

Compressed screenshot restored

Screenshot saved through multiple messaging apps became blocky and hard to read. One prompt brought back legible text.

Prompt: remove pixelation and restore detail, make text sharp and readable
Pixelated old webcam photo with blocky face
Before
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Same photo with smooth natural-looking skin restored
After

Old webcam photo cleaned up

Early 2000s webcam selfie with severe pixelation. AI restored natural-looking skin and smoothed the blocky artifacts.

Prompt: fix the pixelation on this old photo, restore natural skin texture and facial detail

Quick answers

Do I need to mark the pixelated areas before describing?

No—just describe what you want. 'Fix the pixelation' or 'remove pixelation and restore detail' works for most images. The AI recognizes compression artifacts automatically.

Can this really restore detail that's been lost?

The AI can intelligently reconstruct likely detail based on surrounding pixels and learned patterns from millions of images. It's not magic—severely degraded images have limits. But for typical compression artifacts, low-res screenshots, and old webcam photos, results are usually remarkably better than the original.

Will this work on screenshots with text?

Yes, and it often makes text readable again. Include 'make text readable' or 'sharpen text' in your prompt for best results. The AI treats text differently than photos, focusing on edge clarity. For very small or severely pixelated text, try marking the specific text areas.

What causes pixelation in the first place?

Pixelation happens when images are heavily compressed (like JPEGs saved at low quality), enlarged beyond their resolution, or captured by low-quality cameras. Messaging apps like WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger compress images aggressively, causing the blocky artifacts you see.

Is EditThisPic's AI pixelated photo fixer really free?

Yes — you get 1 free edit per week, no account needed. Plans start at $4.99/month for 15 edits.

Can I fix pixelated photo on my phone?

Yes. EditThisPic works in any mobile browser — iPhone, Android, tablet. No app download needed.

What photo formats does the AI pixelated photo fixer support?

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

How long does it take to fix pixelated photo?

Usually 15-30 seconds. Upload your photo, describe what you want, and the AI delivers the result.

How much does EditThisPic cost?

You get 1 free edit per week — no account needed. After that, credit packs start at $1.99 for 3 edits. Monthly plans start at $4.99/mo for 20 edits with unused credits rolling over. All edits are full resolution with no watermark.

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