Overlay Blend Mode
Overlay combines Multiply and Screen to increase contrast while preserving highlights and shadows.
Overlay combines Multiply and Screen to increase contrast while preserving highlights and shadows.
Feb 2, 2026
Feb 2, 2026
Overview
Overlay mode darkens dark areas and brightens light areas simultaneously, boosting contrast and saturation.
Effect
This creates a punchy, vivid look that enhances texture and tonal separation.
Use Cases
Overlay is commonly used in photography, cinematic grading, and graphic design to intensify visual impact.
Control
Reducing layer opacity can fine-tune the strength of the effect.
Overview
Overlay mode darkens dark areas and brightens light areas simultaneously, boosting contrast and saturation.
Effect
This creates a punchy, vivid look that enhances texture and tonal separation.
Use Cases
Overlay is commonly used in photography, cinematic grading, and graphic design to intensify visual impact.
Control
Reducing layer opacity can fine-tune the strength of the effect.
Overview
Overlay mode darkens dark areas and brightens light areas simultaneously, boosting contrast and saturation.
Effect
This creates a punchy, vivid look that enhances texture and tonal separation.
Use Cases
Overlay is commonly used in photography, cinematic grading, and graphic design to intensify visual impact.
Control
Reducing layer opacity can fine-tune the strength of the effect.
Overlay enhances contrast, making images appear more vivid and dynamic.
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