Darken Blend Mode
Darken is a blending mode that compares pixels and keeps whichever is darker between two layers.
Darken is a blending mode that compares pixels and keeps whichever is darker between two layers.
Feb 2, 2026
Feb 2, 2026
Overview
Darken mode works as the opposite of Lighten. It compares overlapping pixels and displays whichever is darker, causing brighter areas to disappear.
Visual Effect
This produces shadow-heavy composites and is useful for removing light backgrounds while preserving darker details.
Applications
Artists often use Darken for texture blending, shadow enhancement, and compositing ink or pencil artwork over lighter surfaces.
Control
Lowering opacity allows subtle integration instead of harsh transitions.
Overview
Darken mode works as the opposite of Lighten. It compares overlapping pixels and displays whichever is darker, causing brighter areas to disappear.
Visual Effect
This produces shadow-heavy composites and is useful for removing light backgrounds while preserving darker details.
Applications
Artists often use Darken for texture blending, shadow enhancement, and compositing ink or pencil artwork over lighter surfaces.
Control
Lowering opacity allows subtle integration instead of harsh transitions.
Overview
Darken mode works as the opposite of Lighten. It compares overlapping pixels and displays whichever is darker, causing brighter areas to disappear.
Visual Effect
This produces shadow-heavy composites and is useful for removing light backgrounds while preserving darker details.
Applications
Artists often use Darken for texture blending, shadow enhancement, and compositing ink or pencil artwork over lighter surfaces.
Control
Lowering opacity allows subtle integration instead of harsh transitions.
Darken mode preserves shadows and removes highlights for selective compositing.
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