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Updated Final Cut Pro Essentials Adding Realistic Motion Blur to Your Videos
Final Cut Pro Essentials: Adding Realistic Motion Blur to Your Videos
Wondershare Filmora
Create stunning effects with simple clicks.
Motion blur is the visual smearing or streaking caught on camera from the subject’s movement, camera, or both. The human eye notices motion blur in real life naturally. So, a subtle blur in movies and videos makes them look more reality based.
Final Cut Pro does not have a built-in Motion Blur Effect. But there are several software and websites that allow you to add a blur effect. You need to buy the plugins and templates that will help you create this effect. In this article, we have talked about how to add the Motion Blur Effect to Final Cut Pro with the help of different templates. Without further ado, let’s hop into it!
In this article
01 How to Add Motion Blur in FCPX?
02 How to Do Motion Blur in Easy Way?
03 Motion Blur Plugins or Templates for FCPX [Free＆Paid]
04 Motion Blur Effect in Filmmaking
Part1: How to Add Motion Blur in FCPX?
Usually most people would use several software and websites to add Motion Blur, but there’s also a way to add the blur effect in FCPX. Follow the steps below to add motion blur in FCPX.
Step1Add an Adjustment Layer
Select Title from the above menu, a drop-down with several options will appear. Find the one with the adjustment layer’s name and click on it. Drag the Adjustment Layer to timeline and expand it to the whole length or the specific part of the video. Adjust the settings from the menu at the left of the view.
Note: You must download the adjustment layer first. Generally, you will find the recently added adjustment layer in the Custom option.
Step2Apply Transformation Effect
Select Transformation from the bottom left of the view, a drop-down menu will appear. Now, select Transform from it. You will see a white with several blue dots surrounding the view. You can use these blue dots to Flip, Rotate, and Adjust the position of the view screen.
Step3Apply Keyframing and Motion Blur
While you are in the Transformation window, you will see a menu on the right of your view. From that menu, you can apply keyframing by adjusting Position, Rotate, and Scale under the Transform tab.
Note: Select the part of the video you want to apply keyframing on first.
Select the Title option from the above menu. Another menu will appear; select Motion Blur from it and apply the motion blur on video by dragging the effect to the timeline. To smooth it out, select Modify from the top and pick Random Selection from it.
Speed up your video first by selecting the third option from the left bottom of the view. A drop-down menu will appear; choose Reset Speed. A Green bar will appear on the top of the timeline; click on it and select Fast to speed up the video. Moreover, you will have to download the Motion Blur plugin.
Part2: How to Do Motion Blur in Easy Way?
The motion needs a sufficient amount of blur. It happens with our natural perception as well. For example, if something moves too quickly, it appears blur to our eyes. So, it must be the right amount of blur.
To tackle this problem, we add motion blur to make it look more natural and reality based. It provides the natural smearing we see when something moves too quickly but not when shooting the video. To add this effect, you can use powerful editing software such as Wondershare Filmora. Follow the below steps to add a blur effect to your video on Filmora.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.12 or later
Step1Launch Filmora
Launch Filmora on your device and import it. Now, click on the video and drag it to Fimora’s Timeline and play it.
Step2Split the Video
Split the video by stopping it from where you want the motion blur to start. Play it again. Now, stop and split the video from where you want the effect to stop.
Step3Search Blur
Now, select the video portion you have split and click on the Effects option from the above menu—search Blur on it. You will see multiple blur effects, select one from there and Drag it to the middle part of the video. Play the video to see the motion blur.
**Note:**Select the part of the video you want to apply keyframing on first.
Step4Apply Transition
Now, select the video portion you have split and click on the Effects option from the above menu—search Blur on it. You will see multiple blur effects, select one from there and Drag it to the middle part of the video. Play the video to see the motion blur.
Part3: Motion Blur Plugins or Templates for FCPX [Free＆Paid]
Many people believe that Final Cut Pro X lacks a little when it comes to editing tools. However, if you know the perfect plugin for your requirement, Final Cut Pro X can prove to be an entirely different tool. So, we have compiled some of the best plugins for it.
| Name | Fearture | Free/paid |
|---|---|---|
| Color Finale 2.0 | Color Grading | Free |
| Motion Blur Plugin | Add Motion Blur | Free |
| Distortion Effects | Add distortions to the image | Free |
| Alex 4D Wide Angle Fix | Removes Distortion | Free |
| Final Cut Pro Plugins & Templates by Motion Array | Contains Hundreds of Templates | Paid |
| Track X by Mocha | Tracks the motion of subjects | Paid |
| Loudness Meter bu Youlean | Make the loudest parts audible | Paid |
| Easy Tracker by CrumblePop | Add texts, graphics, and titles with the subject | Paid |
Color Finale 2.0 [Free]
Color Finale 2.0 is a color grading software that is specially designed for FCPX. It has opened up a gateway for professionals and starters to color grade their videos quickly and efficiently.
Alex 4D Wide Angle Fix [Free]
One of the significant issues in wide-angle shots is distortion. It can occur as the edges of the frame are bending. So, this Alex 4D Wide Angle Fix helps to remove this distortion from wide-angle shots.
Motion Blur Plugin [Free]
This plugin helps you to add varying motion blur to moving subjects in a video. This makes it perfect for quick-moving graphics, time-lapses, etc. Once FCPX got the plugin, it is easy to use it.
Distortion Effects [Free]
Distortion Effects help you in adding distortions such as twirling, zigzagging, or bulging to your image. This plugin is specific and used for creating an experimental film or a scene in which distortion is necessary. It can also be creatively applied in transitions.
Final Cut Pro Plugins & Templates by Motion Array [Paid]
Motion Array is a website that contains hundreds of plugins and templates for Final Cut Pro. The range of templates has everything that you need. So, download the motion blur template, and you are all set.
Track X by Mocha [Paid]
It is an excellent plugin with tracking functionality one might otherwise rely on Motion or After Effects to produce. It allows you to track the subject’s motion with graphics, texts, or even by the green screen in six ways.
Loudness Meter bu Youlean [Paid]
Youlean Meter recognizes the audio’s loudest parts and brings them within an acceptable limit for streaming and broadcasting. It prevents the loss of ineligibility and quality for platforms because of various regulations and legal standards.
Easy Tracker by CrumblePop [Paid]
It is a simple plugin that helps you track the subject’s motion with the help of titles, graphics, or texts. This plugin works the same as Track X, but it does not support a green screen in the same way. It is ideal if you want to add text tags.
Part4: Motion Blur Effect in Filmmaking
Motion Blur is one of the essential effects to add when you are making a movie. It exaggerates the motion in a perfect way which is necessary for most action movies. This blur effect is usually the result of something moving quicker than the camera. The more significant the speed difference between the camera filming and the moving object, the more pronounced motion blur will be.
In the majority of the cases, it is best to apply motion blur on background objects than the subjects. For example, motion blur is perfect for the shots in which the camera moves at the same speed as the subject. Although, if the subject is moving faster than the camera, you would want a minimal blur.
Technically speaking, more excellent motion blur can be obtained through a lower shutter speed or vice versa. Ensure that your shutter speed is always twice your framerate because anything lower can result in unnatural-looking footage. The famous bike chase of Star Wars Episode VI is a perfect example of the productive application of motion blur. The scene was captured by walking in the forest and shooting a single frame per time.
Conclusion
Most of the videos need a significant amount of blur to make them look realistic. FCPX is excellent editing software, but it does not have blurring effects. However, there’s a way to add blur effect in FCPX, but many people are unaware of it.
To tackle this problem, we came up with different plugins for Motion Blur and its effects in filmmaking. So, now you have in-depth knowledge of how you can add blur effects in FCPX.
Wondershare Filmora
Do motion blur effect easily with Filmora!
Try It Free Try It Free Try It Free Learn More >
Motion blur is the visual smearing or streaking caught on camera from the subject’s movement, camera, or both. The human eye notices motion blur in real life naturally. So, a subtle blur in movies and videos makes them look more reality based.
Final Cut Pro does not have a built-in Motion Blur Effect. But there are several software and websites that allow you to add a blur effect. You need to buy the plugins and templates that will help you create this effect. In this article, we have talked about how to add the Motion Blur Effect to Final Cut Pro with the help of different templates. Without further ado, let’s hop into it!
In this article
01 How to Add Motion Blur in FCPX?
02 How to Do Motion Blur in Easy Way?
03 Motion Blur Plugins or Templates for FCPX [Free＆Paid]
04 Motion Blur Effect in Filmmaking
Part1: How to Add Motion Blur in FCPX?
Usually most people would use several software and websites to add Motion Blur, but there’s also a way to add the blur effect in FCPX. Follow the steps below to add motion blur in FCPX.
Step1Add an Adjustment Layer
Select Title from the above menu, a drop-down with several options will appear. Find the one with the adjustment layer’s name and click on it. Drag the Adjustment Layer to timeline and expand it to the whole length or the specific part of the video. Adjust the settings from the menu at the left of the view.
Note: You must download the adjustment layer first. Generally, you will find the recently added adjustment layer in the Custom option.
Step2Apply Transformation Effect
Select Transformation from the bottom left of the view, a drop-down menu will appear. Now, select Transform from it. You will see a white with several blue dots surrounding the view. You can use these blue dots to Flip, Rotate, and Adjust the position of the view screen.
Step3Apply Keyframing and Motion Blur
While you are in the Transformation window, you will see a menu on the right of your view. From that menu, you can apply keyframing by adjusting Position, Rotate, and Scale under the Transform tab.
Note: Select the part of the video you want to apply keyframing on first.
Select the Title option from the above menu. Another menu will appear; select Motion Blur from it and apply the motion blur on video by dragging the effect to the timeline. To smooth it out, select Modify from the top and pick Random Selection from it.
Speed up your video first by selecting the third option from the left bottom of the view. A drop-down menu will appear; choose Reset Speed. A Green bar will appear on the top of the timeline; click on it and select Fast to speed up the video. Moreover, you will have to download the Motion Blur plugin.
Part2: How to Do Motion Blur in Easy Way?
The motion needs a sufficient amount of blur. It happens with our natural perception as well. For example, if something moves too quickly, it appears blur to our eyes. So, it must be the right amount of blur.
To tackle this problem, we add motion blur to make it look more natural and reality based. It provides the natural smearing we see when something moves too quickly but not when shooting the video. To add this effect, you can use powerful editing software such as Wondershare Filmora. Follow the below steps to add a blur effect to your video on Filmora.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.12 or later
Step1Launch Filmora
Launch Filmora on your device and import it. Now, click on the video and drag it to Fimora’s Timeline and play it.
Step2Split the Video
Split the video by stopping it from where you want the motion blur to start. Play it again. Now, stop and split the video from where you want the effect to stop.
Step3Search Blur
Now, select the video portion you have split and click on the Effects option from the above menu—search Blur on it. You will see multiple blur effects, select one from there and Drag it to the middle part of the video. Play the video to see the motion blur.
**Note:**Select the part of the video you want to apply keyframing on first.
Step4Apply Transition
Now, select the video portion you have split and click on the Effects option from the above menu—search Blur on it. You will see multiple blur effects, select one from there and Drag it to the middle part of the video. Play the video to see the motion blur.
Part3: Motion Blur Plugins or Templates for FCPX [Free＆Paid]
Many people believe that Final Cut Pro X lacks a little when it comes to editing tools. However, if you know the perfect plugin for your requirement, Final Cut Pro X can prove to be an entirely different tool. So, we have compiled some of the best plugins for it.
| Name | Fearture | Free/paid |
|---|---|---|
| Color Finale 2.0 | Color Grading | Free |
| Motion Blur Plugin | Add Motion Blur | Free |
| Distortion Effects | Add distortions to the image | Free |
| Alex 4D Wide Angle Fix | Removes Distortion | Free |
| Final Cut Pro Plugins & Templates by Motion Array | Contains Hundreds of Templates | Paid |
| Track X by Mocha | Tracks the motion of subjects | Paid |
| Loudness Meter bu Youlean | Make the loudest parts audible | Paid |
| Easy Tracker by CrumblePop | Add texts, graphics, and titles with the subject | Paid |
Color Finale 2.0 [Free]
Color Finale 2.0 is a color grading software that is specially designed for FCPX. It has opened up a gateway for professionals and starters to color grade their videos quickly and efficiently.
Alex 4D Wide Angle Fix [Free]
One of the significant issues in wide-angle shots is distortion. It can occur as the edges of the frame are bending. So, this Alex 4D Wide Angle Fix helps to remove this distortion from wide-angle shots.
Motion Blur Plugin [Free]
This plugin helps you to add varying motion blur to moving subjects in a video. This makes it perfect for quick-moving graphics, time-lapses, etc. Once FCPX got the plugin, it is easy to use it.
Distortion Effects [Free]
Distortion Effects help you in adding distortions such as twirling, zigzagging, or bulging to your image. This plugin is specific and used for creating an experimental film or a scene in which distortion is necessary. It can also be creatively applied in transitions.
Final Cut Pro Plugins & Templates by Motion Array [Paid]
Motion Array is a website that contains hundreds of plugins and templates for Final Cut Pro. The range of templates has everything that you need. So, download the motion blur template, and you are all set.
Track X by Mocha [Paid]
It is an excellent plugin with tracking functionality one might otherwise rely on Motion or After Effects to produce. It allows you to track the subject’s motion with graphics, texts, or even by the green screen in six ways.
Loudness Meter bu Youlean [Paid]
Youlean Meter recognizes the audio’s loudest parts and brings them within an acceptable limit for streaming and broadcasting. It prevents the loss of ineligibility and quality for platforms because of various regulations and legal standards.
Easy Tracker by CrumblePop [Paid]
It is a simple plugin that helps you track the subject’s motion with the help of titles, graphics, or texts. This plugin works the same as Track X, but it does not support a green screen in the same way. It is ideal if you want to add text tags.
Part4: Motion Blur Effect in Filmmaking
Motion Blur is one of the essential effects to add when you are making a movie. It exaggerates the motion in a perfect way which is necessary for most action movies. This blur effect is usually the result of something moving quicker than the camera. The more significant the speed difference between the camera filming and the moving object, the more pronounced motion blur will be.
In the majority of the cases, it is best to apply motion blur on background objects than the subjects. For example, motion blur is perfect for the shots in which the camera moves at the same speed as the subject. Although, if the subject is moving faster than the camera, you would want a minimal blur.
Technically speaking, more excellent motion blur can be obtained through a lower shutter speed or vice versa. Ensure that your shutter speed is always twice your framerate because anything lower can result in unnatural-looking footage. The famous bike chase of Star Wars Episode VI is a perfect example of the productive application of motion blur. The scene was captured by walking in the forest and shooting a single frame per time.
Conclusion
Most of the videos need a significant amount of blur to make them look realistic. FCPX is excellent editing software, but it does not have blurring effects. However, there’s a way to add blur effect in FCPX, but many people are unaware of it.
To tackle this problem, we came up with different plugins for Motion Blur and its effects in filmmaking. So, now you have in-depth knowledge of how you can add blur effects in FCPX.
Wondershare Filmora
Do motion blur effect easily with Filmora!
Try It Free Try It Free Try It Free Learn More >
Motion blur is the visual smearing or streaking caught on camera from the subject’s movement, camera, or both. The human eye notices motion blur in real life naturally. So, a subtle blur in movies and videos makes them look more reality based.
Final Cut Pro does not have a built-in Motion Blur Effect. But there are several software and websites that allow you to add a blur effect. You need to buy the plugins and templates that will help you create this effect. In this article, we have talked about how to add the Motion Blur Effect to Final Cut Pro with the help of different templates. Without further ado, let’s hop into it!
In this article
01 How to Add Motion Blur in FCPX?
02 How to Do Motion Blur in Easy Way?
03 Motion Blur Plugins or Templates for FCPX [Free＆Paid]
04 Motion Blur Effect in Filmmaking
Part1: How to Add Motion Blur in FCPX?
Usually most people would use several software and websites to add Motion Blur, but there’s also a way to add the blur effect in FCPX. Follow the steps below to add motion blur in FCPX.
Step1Add an Adjustment Layer
Select Title from the above menu, a drop-down with several options will appear. Find the one with the adjustment layer’s name and click on it. Drag the Adjustment Layer to timeline and expand it to the whole length or the specific part of the video. Adjust the settings from the menu at the left of the view.
Note: You must download the adjustment layer first. Generally, you will find the recently added adjustment layer in the Custom option.
Step2Apply Transformation Effect
Select Transformation from the bottom left of the view, a drop-down menu will appear. Now, select Transform from it. You will see a white with several blue dots surrounding the view. You can use these blue dots to Flip, Rotate, and Adjust the position of the view screen.
Step3Apply Keyframing and Motion Blur
While you are in the Transformation window, you will see a menu on the right of your view. From that menu, you can apply keyframing by adjusting Position, Rotate, and Scale under the Transform tab.
Note: Select the part of the video you want to apply keyframing on first.
Select the Title option from the above menu. Another menu will appear; select Motion Blur from it and apply the motion blur on video by dragging the effect to the timeline. To smooth it out, select Modify from the top and pick Random Selection from it.
Speed up your video first by selecting the third option from the left bottom of the view. A drop-down menu will appear; choose Reset Speed. A Green bar will appear on the top of the timeline; click on it and select Fast to speed up the video. Moreover, you will have to download the Motion Blur plugin.
Part2: How to Do Motion Blur in Easy Way?
The motion needs a sufficient amount of blur. It happens with our natural perception as well. For example, if something moves too quickly, it appears blur to our eyes. So, it must be the right amount of blur.
To tackle this problem, we add motion blur to make it look more natural and reality based. It provides the natural smearing we see when something moves too quickly but not when shooting the video. To add this effect, you can use powerful editing software such as Wondershare Filmora. Follow the below steps to add a blur effect to your video on Filmora.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.12 or later
Step1Launch Filmora
Launch Filmora on your device and import it. Now, click on the video and drag it to Fimora’s Timeline and play it.
Step2Split the Video
Split the video by stopping it from where you want the motion blur to start. Play it again. Now, stop and split the video from where you want the effect to stop.
Step3Search Blur
Now, select the video portion you have split and click on the Effects option from the above menu—search Blur on it. You will see multiple blur effects, select one from there and Drag it to the middle part of the video. Play the video to see the motion blur.
**Note:**Select the part of the video you want to apply keyframing on first.
Step4Apply Transition
Now, select the video portion you have split and click on the Effects option from the above menu—search Blur on it. You will see multiple blur effects, select one from there and Drag it to the middle part of the video. Play the video to see the motion blur.
Part3: Motion Blur Plugins or Templates for FCPX [Free＆Paid]
Many people believe that Final Cut Pro X lacks a little when it comes to editing tools. However, if you know the perfect plugin for your requirement, Final Cut Pro X can prove to be an entirely different tool. So, we have compiled some of the best plugins for it.
| Name | Fearture | Free/paid |
|---|---|---|
| Color Finale 2.0 | Color Grading | Free |
| Motion Blur Plugin | Add Motion Blur | Free |
| Distortion Effects | Add distortions to the image | Free |
| Alex 4D Wide Angle Fix | Removes Distortion | Free |
| Final Cut Pro Plugins & Templates by Motion Array | Contains Hundreds of Templates | Paid |
| Track X by Mocha | Tracks the motion of subjects | Paid |
| Loudness Meter bu Youlean | Make the loudest parts audible | Paid |
| Easy Tracker by CrumblePop | Add texts, graphics, and titles with the subject | Paid |
Color Finale 2.0 [Free]
Color Finale 2.0 is a color grading software that is specially designed for FCPX. It has opened up a gateway for professionals and starters to color grade their videos quickly and efficiently.
Alex 4D Wide Angle Fix [Free]
One of the significant issues in wide-angle shots is distortion. It can occur as the edges of the frame are bending. So, this Alex 4D Wide Angle Fix helps to remove this distortion from wide-angle shots.
Motion Blur Plugin [Free]
This plugin helps you to add varying motion blur to moving subjects in a video. This makes it perfect for quick-moving graphics, time-lapses, etc. Once FCPX got the plugin, it is easy to use it.
Distortion Effects [Free]
Distortion Effects help you in adding distortions such as twirling, zigzagging, or bulging to your image. This plugin is specific and used for creating an experimental film or a scene in which distortion is necessary. It can also be creatively applied in transitions.
Final Cut Pro Plugins & Templates by Motion Array [Paid]
Motion Array is a website that contains hundreds of plugins and templates for Final Cut Pro. The range of templates has everything that you need. So, download the motion blur template, and you are all set.
Track X by Mocha [Paid]
It is an excellent plugin with tracking functionality one might otherwise rely on Motion or After Effects to produce. It allows you to track the subject’s motion with graphics, texts, or even by the green screen in six ways.
Loudness Meter bu Youlean [Paid]
Youlean Meter recognizes the audio’s loudest parts and brings them within an acceptable limit for streaming and broadcasting. It prevents the loss of ineligibility and quality for platforms because of various regulations and legal standards.
Easy Tracker by CrumblePop [Paid]
It is a simple plugin that helps you track the subject’s motion with the help of titles, graphics, or texts. This plugin works the same as Track X, but it does not support a green screen in the same way. It is ideal if you want to add text tags.
Part4: Motion Blur Effect in Filmmaking
Motion Blur is one of the essential effects to add when you are making a movie. It exaggerates the motion in a perfect way which is necessary for most action movies. This blur effect is usually the result of something moving quicker than the camera. The more significant the speed difference between the camera filming and the moving object, the more pronounced motion blur will be.
In the majority of the cases, it is best to apply motion blur on background objects than the subjects. For example, motion blur is perfect for the shots in which the camera moves at the same speed as the subject. Although, if the subject is moving faster than the camera, you would want a minimal blur.
Technically speaking, more excellent motion blur can be obtained through a lower shutter speed or vice versa. Ensure that your shutter speed is always twice your framerate because anything lower can result in unnatural-looking footage. The famous bike chase of Star Wars Episode VI is a perfect example of the productive application of motion blur. The scene was captured by walking in the forest and shooting a single frame per time.
Conclusion
Most of the videos need a significant amount of blur to make them look realistic. FCPX is excellent editing software, but it does not have blurring effects. However, there’s a way to add blur effect in FCPX, but many people are unaware of it.
To tackle this problem, we came up with different plugins for Motion Blur and its effects in filmmaking. So, now you have in-depth knowledge of how you can add blur effects in FCPX.
Wondershare Filmora
Do motion blur effect easily with Filmora!
Try It Free Try It Free Try It Free Learn More >
Motion blur is the visual smearing or streaking caught on camera from the subject’s movement, camera, or both. The human eye notices motion blur in real life naturally. So, a subtle blur in movies and videos makes them look more reality based.
Final Cut Pro does not have a built-in Motion Blur Effect. But there are several software and websites that allow you to add a blur effect. You need to buy the plugins and templates that will help you create this effect. In this article, we have talked about how to add the Motion Blur Effect to Final Cut Pro with the help of different templates. Without further ado, let’s hop into it!
In this article
01 How to Add Motion Blur in FCPX?
02 How to Do Motion Blur in Easy Way?
03 Motion Blur Plugins or Templates for FCPX [Free＆Paid]
04 Motion Blur Effect in Filmmaking
Part1: How to Add Motion Blur in FCPX?
Usually most people would use several software and websites to add Motion Blur, but there’s also a way to add the blur effect in FCPX. Follow the steps below to add motion blur in FCPX.
Step1Add an Adjustment Layer
Select Title from the above menu, a drop-down with several options will appear. Find the one with the adjustment layer’s name and click on it. Drag the Adjustment Layer to timeline and expand it to the whole length or the specific part of the video. Adjust the settings from the menu at the left of the view.
Note: You must download the adjustment layer first. Generally, you will find the recently added adjustment layer in the Custom option.
Step2Apply Transformation Effect
Select Transformation from the bottom left of the view, a drop-down menu will appear. Now, select Transform from it. You will see a white with several blue dots surrounding the view. You can use these blue dots to Flip, Rotate, and Adjust the position of the view screen.
Step3Apply Keyframing and Motion Blur
While you are in the Transformation window, you will see a menu on the right of your view. From that menu, you can apply keyframing by adjusting Position, Rotate, and Scale under the Transform tab.
Note: Select the part of the video you want to apply keyframing on first.
Select the Title option from the above menu. Another menu will appear; select Motion Blur from it and apply the motion blur on video by dragging the effect to the timeline. To smooth it out, select Modify from the top and pick Random Selection from it.
Speed up your video first by selecting the third option from the left bottom of the view. A drop-down menu will appear; choose Reset Speed. A Green bar will appear on the top of the timeline; click on it and select Fast to speed up the video. Moreover, you will have to download the Motion Blur plugin.
Part2: How to Do Motion Blur in Easy Way?
The motion needs a sufficient amount of blur. It happens with our natural perception as well. For example, if something moves too quickly, it appears blur to our eyes. So, it must be the right amount of blur.
To tackle this problem, we add motion blur to make it look more natural and reality based. It provides the natural smearing we see when something moves too quickly but not when shooting the video. To add this effect, you can use powerful editing software such as Wondershare Filmora. Follow the below steps to add a blur effect to your video on Filmora.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.12 or later
Step1Launch Filmora
Launch Filmora on your device and import it. Now, click on the video and drag it to Fimora’s Timeline and play it.
Step2Split the Video
Split the video by stopping it from where you want the motion blur to start. Play it again. Now, stop and split the video from where you want the effect to stop.
Step3Search Blur
Now, select the video portion you have split and click on the Effects option from the above menu—search Blur on it. You will see multiple blur effects, select one from there and Drag it to the middle part of the video. Play the video to see the motion blur.
**Note:**Select the part of the video you want to apply keyframing on first.
Step4Apply Transition
Now, select the video portion you have split and click on the Effects option from the above menu—search Blur on it. You will see multiple blur effects, select one from there and Drag it to the middle part of the video. Play the video to see the motion blur.
Part3: Motion Blur Plugins or Templates for FCPX [Free＆Paid]
Many people believe that Final Cut Pro X lacks a little when it comes to editing tools. However, if you know the perfect plugin for your requirement, Final Cut Pro X can prove to be an entirely different tool. So, we have compiled some of the best plugins for it.
| Name | Fearture | Free/paid |
|---|---|---|
| Color Finale 2.0 | Color Grading | Free |
| Motion Blur Plugin | Add Motion Blur | Free |
| Distortion Effects | Add distortions to the image | Free |
| Alex 4D Wide Angle Fix | Removes Distortion | Free |
| Final Cut Pro Plugins & Templates by Motion Array | Contains Hundreds of Templates | Paid |
| Track X by Mocha | Tracks the motion of subjects | Paid |
| Loudness Meter bu Youlean | Make the loudest parts audible | Paid |
| Easy Tracker by CrumblePop | Add texts, graphics, and titles with the subject | Paid |
Color Finale 2.0 [Free]
Color Finale 2.0 is a color grading software that is specially designed for FCPX. It has opened up a gateway for professionals and starters to color grade their videos quickly and efficiently.
Alex 4D Wide Angle Fix [Free]
One of the significant issues in wide-angle shots is distortion. It can occur as the edges of the frame are bending. So, this Alex 4D Wide Angle Fix helps to remove this distortion from wide-angle shots.
Motion Blur Plugin [Free]
This plugin helps you to add varying motion blur to moving subjects in a video. This makes it perfect for quick-moving graphics, time-lapses, etc. Once FCPX got the plugin, it is easy to use it.
Distortion Effects [Free]
Distortion Effects help you in adding distortions such as twirling, zigzagging, or bulging to your image. This plugin is specific and used for creating an experimental film or a scene in which distortion is necessary. It can also be creatively applied in transitions.
Final Cut Pro Plugins & Templates by Motion Array [Paid]
Motion Array is a website that contains hundreds of plugins and templates for Final Cut Pro. The range of templates has everything that you need. So, download the motion blur template, and you are all set.
Track X by Mocha [Paid]
It is an excellent plugin with tracking functionality one might otherwise rely on Motion or After Effects to produce. It allows you to track the subject’s motion with graphics, texts, or even by the green screen in six ways.
Loudness Meter bu Youlean [Paid]
Youlean Meter recognizes the audio’s loudest parts and brings them within an acceptable limit for streaming and broadcasting. It prevents the loss of ineligibility and quality for platforms because of various regulations and legal standards.
Easy Tracker by CrumblePop [Paid]
It is a simple plugin that helps you track the subject’s motion with the help of titles, graphics, or texts. This plugin works the same as Track X, but it does not support a green screen in the same way. It is ideal if you want to add text tags.
Part4: Motion Blur Effect in Filmmaking
Motion Blur is one of the essential effects to add when you are making a movie. It exaggerates the motion in a perfect way which is necessary for most action movies. This blur effect is usually the result of something moving quicker than the camera. The more significant the speed difference between the camera filming and the moving object, the more pronounced motion blur will be.
In the majority of the cases, it is best to apply motion blur on background objects than the subjects. For example, motion blur is perfect for the shots in which the camera moves at the same speed as the subject. Although, if the subject is moving faster than the camera, you would want a minimal blur.
Technically speaking, more excellent motion blur can be obtained through a lower shutter speed or vice versa. Ensure that your shutter speed is always twice your framerate because anything lower can result in unnatural-looking footage. The famous bike chase of Star Wars Episode VI is a perfect example of the productive application of motion blur. The scene was captured by walking in the forest and shooting a single frame per time.
Conclusion
Most of the videos need a significant amount of blur to make them look realistic. FCPX is excellent editing software, but it does not have blurring effects. However, there’s a way to add blur effect in FCPX, but many people are unaware of it.
To tackle this problem, we came up with different plugins for Motion Blur and its effects in filmmaking. So, now you have in-depth knowledge of how you can add blur effects in FCPX.
Wondershare Filmora
Do motion blur effect easily with Filmora!
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Conversion Mastery: A Step-by-Step Guide to Choosing the Best FLAC Converter
Ways to Totally Help Your Find Best Flac Converter
An easy yet powerful editor
Numerous effects to choose from
Detailed tutorials provided by the official channel
We have eight recommendations for you below that will allow you to pretty much do whatever you want (i.e., convert FLAC to MP3, convert FLAC to ALAC, convert WAV to FLAC, MP4 to FLAC, FLAC to MP4, M4A to FLAC, WAV to FLAC, and so much more.)
We’ve even included a handy general tutorial just after this to make sure that you’re able to easily make use of your chosen FLAC Converter.
In this article
01 [How to Convert FLAC to MP3 (Fast & Brilliant Way)](#Part 1)
02 [8 Best Free FLAC to MP3 Converter](#Part 2)
Part 1 How to Convert FLAC to MP3 (Fast & Brilliant Way)
As promised, we’ll be starting this off with a general tutorial that you can refer to when using the converters that we’ve listed below! The tool that we will be using for this step-by-step breakdown is an online FLAC Converter called FreeConvert. We did not include it on our list just to make sure that you have the most options possible, but it definitely deserves a spot of its own, since it is a free FLAC converter as well.
01Step 1: Open FLAC Converter!
To start things off, you need to either launch (if it’s software) or open (a.i., open the website for an online converter) your chosen FLAC Converter.
Once you’ve got your FLAC Converter all revved up. The first true step is the ‘UPLOAD’ step. This is when you use the upload features provided to prepare the FLAC audio that you want to convert.
For the tool we use for our example, you can do it in one of two ways:
● Upload Manually: Either from your device, from Dropbox, from Google Drive, or through a URL link.
● Drag-and-Drop: Simply drag and then drop the FLAC audio for conversion.
Here’s a link to FreeConvert in case you wanted to try it out for yourself:
02Step 2: Confirm Output Format!
For our example, we’ll be converting from FLAC to MP3. And so, when prompted to choose the desired output format, we choose “MP3”!
(Most converters will have multiple audio file formats and video file formats that you can convert to if you want to do something completely different — as is shown below):
03Step 3: (Optional) Advanced Settings
Before finishing up, you might want to explore the extra advanced settings offered by your chosen FLAC Converter! Each one will have different features.
FreeConvert, as an example, will allow you to adjust volume, add fade-in, add fade-out, reverse audio, and, even, trim audio before conversion! All you have to do to access these functions is to click the “SETTINGS” icon (pointed out in the image).
04Step 4: Convert FLAC to MP3
To initiate the actual conversion with FreeConvert, all you really need to do is click the ‘Convert to MP3’ button. Other FLAC converters, while not the same, should be similar.
05Step 5: Download Converted FLAC Audio!
Finally, when the conversion has been completed, select the ‘Download MP3’ button to save your converted audio to your PC! That’s it, you’re done!
Part 2 8 Best Free FLAC to MP3 Converter
Now on to our list of the best free FLAC Converter options out there. We have eight of them for you to choose from, each unique from the other to make sure that you can find the one that suits your current need or project the most.
01****Wondershare Filmora Video Editor **
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS
What’s New: More Video Editing Solutions!
Rating and Reviews: 5/5
Price: FREEmium
Filmora is the first software on this list of FLAC converter options. As you’ll no doubt glean from the screenshot of the UI that we included, this isn’t really your average FLAC converter. But that’s why we included it! With Filmora Pro, not only will you get the FLAC converting functions that you’re looking for, but you’ll also get many other features.
Wondershare Filmora - Best Video Editor for Mac/Windows
5,481,435 people have downloaded it.
Build unique custom animations without breaking a sweat.
Focus on creating epic stories and leave the details to Filmora’s auto features.
Start a creative adventure with drag & drop effects and endless possibilities.
Filmora simplifies advanced features to save you time and effort.
Filmora cuts out repetition so you can move on to your next creative breakthrough.
02UniConverter
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS
What’s New: Extra Toolbox!
Rating and Reviews: 5/5
Price: FREEmium
For this next pick, just to cover our bases, we’ve chosen Wondershare Uniconverter. As you can guess from the name (and the UI, which we’ve shared below), this is an incredibly advanced converting tool. In order to match the requirements for this article, it does, of course, support FLAC as both input and output for conversion. But, even more than that, it offers bonus features (i.e., Download, Video Compressor, Video Editor, Content Merger, Screen Converter, etc.)
03XConvert
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS + Android & iOS Support
What’s New: Google Drive & Dropbox Upload!
Rating and Reviews: 3/5
Price: FREE
With XConvert, we offer a secondary option for those who are looking for a FLAC converter online. This tool, much like FreeConvert, does not require any download or installation process. You can use it directly on your computer, smartphone, or tablet devices. Of course, unlike Filmora Pro or Wondershare UniConverter, it does not have extra bonus functions. But, it is, at the very least, 100% FREE.
04FLAC MP3 Converter
Compatibility: Mac OS & iOS Support
What’s New: High Quality FLAC to MP3 Conversion
Rating and Reviews: 3.5/5
Price: FREEmium
If you’re a Mac user and are looking for a quick, FREE solution for FLAC to MP3 conversion, you might want to consider the FLAC MP3 converter, which is available on the app store! This app is not 100% FREE, but you do have the opportunity to use it for general conversion if that’s all you need.
05123Apps
Compatibility: Windows and Mac & iOS and Android Support!
What’s New: Track Info Editing Tools!
Rating and Reviews: 3.5/5
Price: FREE
Up next is another online FLAC converter that you can use! One that will allow you to make sure that there is no quality loss! This tool is simply called Audio Converter, and it comes from 123Apps. It works just like any online audio converter — which means that it is FREE and can be accessed on most devices.
06Audacity
Compatibility: Windows OS
What’s New: Advanced Audio Editing Functions!
Rating and Reviews: 4/5
Price: FREE
When one talks about FREE audio editors, the one most frequently discussed is often Audacity! As you can see, the UI for it is pretty old, but it comes with tons of advanced features. Of course, the one that you’re probably most concerned about is its converting functions! For that, we can confirm that Audacity will, in fact, allow you to convert from FLAC or convert to FLAC. The process will be different, but it’s possible!
07MediaHuman Audio Converter
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS
What’s New: Audio Editing Functions
Rating and Reviews: 4/5
Price: FREE
When it comes to Mac-prevalent audio converters, MediaHuman is often discussed as well! It is available for Windows, but its interface is best for its Mac version. As you can see from the UI screenshot, it’s very clean and easy to use. Allowing you to get your conversions done with no fuss!
08Freemake Audio Converter
Compatibility: Windows OS
What’s New: Advanced Audio Conversion (1000+ file support)
Rating and Reviews: 3.5/5
Price: FREE
The last of the tools on this list, Freemake, is another Windows-only software! Freemake allows you to convert to and from FLAC and offers some bonus editing features (though, notably, not as much as Wondershare’s UniConverter, which locks some of its more advanced features for its premium version.)
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Need a quick and easy way to convert from FLAC to MP3? How about WAV to FLAC? Whether you’re converting from or to FLAC, this article has made sure to give you options!
● Most FLAC converters, you’ll find, work much the same way (demonstrated in our tutorial in Part 1!)
● But, despite the similarities, there are multiple unique methods of converting from and to FLAC format that you can use! Hopefully, you’ll be able to find one that suits your project from the list that we provided in Part 2!)
We have eight recommendations for you below that will allow you to pretty much do whatever you want (i.e., convert FLAC to MP3, convert FLAC to ALAC, convert WAV to FLAC, MP4 to FLAC, FLAC to MP4, M4A to FLAC, WAV to FLAC, and so much more.)
We’ve even included a handy general tutorial just after this to make sure that you’re able to easily make use of your chosen FLAC Converter.
In this article
01 [How to Convert FLAC to MP3 (Fast & Brilliant Way)](#Part 1)
02 [8 Best Free FLAC to MP3 Converter](#Part 2)
Part 1 How to Convert FLAC to MP3 (Fast & Brilliant Way)
As promised, we’ll be starting this off with a general tutorial that you can refer to when using the converters that we’ve listed below! The tool that we will be using for this step-by-step breakdown is an online FLAC Converter called FreeConvert. We did not include it on our list just to make sure that you have the most options possible, but it definitely deserves a spot of its own, since it is a free FLAC converter as well.
01Step 1: Open FLAC Converter!
To start things off, you need to either launch (if it’s software) or open (a.i., open the website for an online converter) your chosen FLAC Converter.
Once you’ve got your FLAC Converter all revved up. The first true step is the ‘UPLOAD’ step. This is when you use the upload features provided to prepare the FLAC audio that you want to convert.
For the tool we use for our example, you can do it in one of two ways:
● Upload Manually: Either from your device, from Dropbox, from Google Drive, or through a URL link.
● Drag-and-Drop: Simply drag and then drop the FLAC audio for conversion.
Here’s a link to FreeConvert in case you wanted to try it out for yourself:
02Step 2: Confirm Output Format!
For our example, we’ll be converting from FLAC to MP3. And so, when prompted to choose the desired output format, we choose “MP3”!
(Most converters will have multiple audio file formats and video file formats that you can convert to if you want to do something completely different — as is shown below):
03Step 3: (Optional) Advanced Settings
Before finishing up, you might want to explore the extra advanced settings offered by your chosen FLAC Converter! Each one will have different features.
FreeConvert, as an example, will allow you to adjust volume, add fade-in, add fade-out, reverse audio, and, even, trim audio before conversion! All you have to do to access these functions is to click the “SETTINGS” icon (pointed out in the image).
04Step 4: Convert FLAC to MP3
To initiate the actual conversion with FreeConvert, all you really need to do is click the ‘Convert to MP3’ button. Other FLAC converters, while not the same, should be similar.
05Step 5: Download Converted FLAC Audio!
Finally, when the conversion has been completed, select the ‘Download MP3’ button to save your converted audio to your PC! That’s it, you’re done!
Part 2 8 Best Free FLAC to MP3 Converter
Now on to our list of the best free FLAC Converter options out there. We have eight of them for you to choose from, each unique from the other to make sure that you can find the one that suits your current need or project the most.
01****Wondershare Filmora Video Editor **
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS
What’s New: More Video Editing Solutions!
Rating and Reviews: 5/5
Price: FREEmium
Filmora is the first software on this list of FLAC converter options. As you’ll no doubt glean from the screenshot of the UI that we included, this isn’t really your average FLAC converter. But that’s why we included it! With Filmora Pro, not only will you get the FLAC converting functions that you’re looking for, but you’ll also get many other features.
Wondershare Filmora - Best Video Editor for Mac/Windows
5,481,435 people have downloaded it.
Build unique custom animations without breaking a sweat.
Focus on creating epic stories and leave the details to Filmora’s auto features.
Start a creative adventure with drag & drop effects and endless possibilities.
Filmora simplifies advanced features to save you time and effort.
Filmora cuts out repetition so you can move on to your next creative breakthrough.
02UniConverter
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS
What’s New: Extra Toolbox!
Rating and Reviews: 5/5
Price: FREEmium
For this next pick, just to cover our bases, we’ve chosen Wondershare Uniconverter. As you can guess from the name (and the UI, which we’ve shared below), this is an incredibly advanced converting tool. In order to match the requirements for this article, it does, of course, support FLAC as both input and output for conversion. But, even more than that, it offers bonus features (i.e., Download, Video Compressor, Video Editor, Content Merger, Screen Converter, etc.)
03XConvert
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS + Android & iOS Support
What’s New: Google Drive & Dropbox Upload!
Rating and Reviews: 3/5
Price: FREE
With XConvert, we offer a secondary option for those who are looking for a FLAC converter online. This tool, much like FreeConvert, does not require any download or installation process. You can use it directly on your computer, smartphone, or tablet devices. Of course, unlike Filmora Pro or Wondershare UniConverter, it does not have extra bonus functions. But, it is, at the very least, 100% FREE.
04FLAC MP3 Converter
Compatibility: Mac OS & iOS Support
What’s New: High Quality FLAC to MP3 Conversion
Rating and Reviews: 3.5/5
Price: FREEmium
If you’re a Mac user and are looking for a quick, FREE solution for FLAC to MP3 conversion, you might want to consider the FLAC MP3 converter, which is available on the app store! This app is not 100% FREE, but you do have the opportunity to use it for general conversion if that’s all you need.
05123Apps
Compatibility: Windows and Mac & iOS and Android Support!
What’s New: Track Info Editing Tools!
Rating and Reviews: 3.5/5
Price: FREE
Up next is another online FLAC converter that you can use! One that will allow you to make sure that there is no quality loss! This tool is simply called Audio Converter, and it comes from 123Apps. It works just like any online audio converter — which means that it is FREE and can be accessed on most devices.
06Audacity
Compatibility: Windows OS
What’s New: Advanced Audio Editing Functions!
Rating and Reviews: 4/5
Price: FREE
When one talks about FREE audio editors, the one most frequently discussed is often Audacity! As you can see, the UI for it is pretty old, but it comes with tons of advanced features. Of course, the one that you’re probably most concerned about is its converting functions! For that, we can confirm that Audacity will, in fact, allow you to convert from FLAC or convert to FLAC. The process will be different, but it’s possible!
07MediaHuman Audio Converter
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS
What’s New: Audio Editing Functions
Rating and Reviews: 4/5
Price: FREE
When it comes to Mac-prevalent audio converters, MediaHuman is often discussed as well! It is available for Windows, but its interface is best for its Mac version. As you can see from the UI screenshot, it’s very clean and easy to use. Allowing you to get your conversions done with no fuss!
08Freemake Audio Converter
Compatibility: Windows OS
What’s New: Advanced Audio Conversion (1000+ file support)
Rating and Reviews: 3.5/5
Price: FREE
The last of the tools on this list, Freemake, is another Windows-only software! Freemake allows you to convert to and from FLAC and offers some bonus editing features (though, notably, not as much as Wondershare’s UniConverter, which locks some of its more advanced features for its premium version.)
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Need a quick and easy way to convert from FLAC to MP3? How about WAV to FLAC? Whether you’re converting from or to FLAC, this article has made sure to give you options!
● Most FLAC converters, you’ll find, work much the same way (demonstrated in our tutorial in Part 1!)
● But, despite the similarities, there are multiple unique methods of converting from and to FLAC format that you can use! Hopefully, you’ll be able to find one that suits your project from the list that we provided in Part 2!)
We have eight recommendations for you below that will allow you to pretty much do whatever you want (i.e., convert FLAC to MP3, convert FLAC to ALAC, convert WAV to FLAC, MP4 to FLAC, FLAC to MP4, M4A to FLAC, WAV to FLAC, and so much more.)
We’ve even included a handy general tutorial just after this to make sure that you’re able to easily make use of your chosen FLAC Converter.
In this article
01 [How to Convert FLAC to MP3 (Fast & Brilliant Way)](#Part 1)
02 [8 Best Free FLAC to MP3 Converter](#Part 2)
Part 1 How to Convert FLAC to MP3 (Fast & Brilliant Way)
As promised, we’ll be starting this off with a general tutorial that you can refer to when using the converters that we’ve listed below! The tool that we will be using for this step-by-step breakdown is an online FLAC Converter called FreeConvert. We did not include it on our list just to make sure that you have the most options possible, but it definitely deserves a spot of its own, since it is a free FLAC converter as well.
01Step 1: Open FLAC Converter!
To start things off, you need to either launch (if it’s software) or open (a.i., open the website for an online converter) your chosen FLAC Converter.
Once you’ve got your FLAC Converter all revved up. The first true step is the ‘UPLOAD’ step. This is when you use the upload features provided to prepare the FLAC audio that you want to convert.
For the tool we use for our example, you can do it in one of two ways:
● Upload Manually: Either from your device, from Dropbox, from Google Drive, or through a URL link.
● Drag-and-Drop: Simply drag and then drop the FLAC audio for conversion.
Here’s a link to FreeConvert in case you wanted to try it out for yourself:
02Step 2: Confirm Output Format!
For our example, we’ll be converting from FLAC to MP3. And so, when prompted to choose the desired output format, we choose “MP3”!
(Most converters will have multiple audio file formats and video file formats that you can convert to if you want to do something completely different — as is shown below):
03Step 3: (Optional) Advanced Settings
Before finishing up, you might want to explore the extra advanced settings offered by your chosen FLAC Converter! Each one will have different features.
FreeConvert, as an example, will allow you to adjust volume, add fade-in, add fade-out, reverse audio, and, even, trim audio before conversion! All you have to do to access these functions is to click the “SETTINGS” icon (pointed out in the image).
04Step 4: Convert FLAC to MP3
To initiate the actual conversion with FreeConvert, all you really need to do is click the ‘Convert to MP3’ button. Other FLAC converters, while not the same, should be similar.
05Step 5: Download Converted FLAC Audio!
Finally, when the conversion has been completed, select the ‘Download MP3’ button to save your converted audio to your PC! That’s it, you’re done!
Part 2 8 Best Free FLAC to MP3 Converter
Now on to our list of the best free FLAC Converter options out there. We have eight of them for you to choose from, each unique from the other to make sure that you can find the one that suits your current need or project the most.
01****Wondershare Filmora Video Editor **
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS
What’s New: More Video Editing Solutions!
Rating and Reviews: 5/5
Price: FREEmium
Filmora is the first software on this list of FLAC converter options. As you’ll no doubt glean from the screenshot of the UI that we included, this isn’t really your average FLAC converter. But that’s why we included it! With Filmora Pro, not only will you get the FLAC converting functions that you’re looking for, but you’ll also get many other features.
Wondershare Filmora - Best Video Editor for Mac/Windows
5,481,435 people have downloaded it.
Build unique custom animations without breaking a sweat.
Focus on creating epic stories and leave the details to Filmora’s auto features.
Start a creative adventure with drag & drop effects and endless possibilities.
Filmora simplifies advanced features to save you time and effort.
Filmora cuts out repetition so you can move on to your next creative breakthrough.
02UniConverter
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS
What’s New: Extra Toolbox!
Rating and Reviews: 5/5
Price: FREEmium
For this next pick, just to cover our bases, we’ve chosen Wondershare Uniconverter. As you can guess from the name (and the UI, which we’ve shared below), this is an incredibly advanced converting tool. In order to match the requirements for this article, it does, of course, support FLAC as both input and output for conversion. But, even more than that, it offers bonus features (i.e., Download, Video Compressor, Video Editor, Content Merger, Screen Converter, etc.)
03XConvert
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS + Android & iOS Support
What’s New: Google Drive & Dropbox Upload!
Rating and Reviews: 3/5
Price: FREE
With XConvert, we offer a secondary option for those who are looking for a FLAC converter online. This tool, much like FreeConvert, does not require any download or installation process. You can use it directly on your computer, smartphone, or tablet devices. Of course, unlike Filmora Pro or Wondershare UniConverter, it does not have extra bonus functions. But, it is, at the very least, 100% FREE.
04FLAC MP3 Converter
Compatibility: Mac OS & iOS Support
What’s New: High Quality FLAC to MP3 Conversion
Rating and Reviews: 3.5/5
Price: FREEmium
If you’re a Mac user and are looking for a quick, FREE solution for FLAC to MP3 conversion, you might want to consider the FLAC MP3 converter, which is available on the app store! This app is not 100% FREE, but you do have the opportunity to use it for general conversion if that’s all you need.
05123Apps
Compatibility: Windows and Mac & iOS and Android Support!
What’s New: Track Info Editing Tools!
Rating and Reviews: 3.5/5
Price: FREE
Up next is another online FLAC converter that you can use! One that will allow you to make sure that there is no quality loss! This tool is simply called Audio Converter, and it comes from 123Apps. It works just like any online audio converter — which means that it is FREE and can be accessed on most devices.
06Audacity
Compatibility: Windows OS
What’s New: Advanced Audio Editing Functions!
Rating and Reviews: 4/5
Price: FREE
When one talks about FREE audio editors, the one most frequently discussed is often Audacity! As you can see, the UI for it is pretty old, but it comes with tons of advanced features. Of course, the one that you’re probably most concerned about is its converting functions! For that, we can confirm that Audacity will, in fact, allow you to convert from FLAC or convert to FLAC. The process will be different, but it’s possible!
07MediaHuman Audio Converter
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS
What’s New: Audio Editing Functions
Rating and Reviews: 4/5
Price: FREE
When it comes to Mac-prevalent audio converters, MediaHuman is often discussed as well! It is available for Windows, but its interface is best for its Mac version. As you can see from the UI screenshot, it’s very clean and easy to use. Allowing you to get your conversions done with no fuss!
08Freemake Audio Converter
Compatibility: Windows OS
What’s New: Advanced Audio Conversion (1000+ file support)
Rating and Reviews: 3.5/5
Price: FREE
The last of the tools on this list, Freemake, is another Windows-only software! Freemake allows you to convert to and from FLAC and offers some bonus editing features (though, notably, not as much as Wondershare’s UniConverter, which locks some of its more advanced features for its premium version.)
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Need a quick and easy way to convert from FLAC to MP3? How about WAV to FLAC? Whether you’re converting from or to FLAC, this article has made sure to give you options!
● Most FLAC converters, you’ll find, work much the same way (demonstrated in our tutorial in Part 1!)
● But, despite the similarities, there are multiple unique methods of converting from and to FLAC format that you can use! Hopefully, you’ll be able to find one that suits your project from the list that we provided in Part 2!)
We have eight recommendations for you below that will allow you to pretty much do whatever you want (i.e., convert FLAC to MP3, convert FLAC to ALAC, convert WAV to FLAC, MP4 to FLAC, FLAC to MP4, M4A to FLAC, WAV to FLAC, and so much more.)
We’ve even included a handy general tutorial just after this to make sure that you’re able to easily make use of your chosen FLAC Converter.
In this article
01 [How to Convert FLAC to MP3 (Fast & Brilliant Way)](#Part 1)
02 [8 Best Free FLAC to MP3 Converter](#Part 2)
Part 1 How to Convert FLAC to MP3 (Fast & Brilliant Way)
As promised, we’ll be starting this off with a general tutorial that you can refer to when using the converters that we’ve listed below! The tool that we will be using for this step-by-step breakdown is an online FLAC Converter called FreeConvert. We did not include it on our list just to make sure that you have the most options possible, but it definitely deserves a spot of its own, since it is a free FLAC converter as well.
01Step 1: Open FLAC Converter!
To start things off, you need to either launch (if it’s software) or open (a.i., open the website for an online converter) your chosen FLAC Converter.
Once you’ve got your FLAC Converter all revved up. The first true step is the ‘UPLOAD’ step. This is when you use the upload features provided to prepare the FLAC audio that you want to convert.
For the tool we use for our example, you can do it in one of two ways:
● Upload Manually: Either from your device, from Dropbox, from Google Drive, or through a URL link.
● Drag-and-Drop: Simply drag and then drop the FLAC audio for conversion.
Here’s a link to FreeConvert in case you wanted to try it out for yourself:
02Step 2: Confirm Output Format!
For our example, we’ll be converting from FLAC to MP3. And so, when prompted to choose the desired output format, we choose “MP3”!
(Most converters will have multiple audio file formats and video file formats that you can convert to if you want to do something completely different — as is shown below):
03Step 3: (Optional) Advanced Settings
Before finishing up, you might want to explore the extra advanced settings offered by your chosen FLAC Converter! Each one will have different features.
FreeConvert, as an example, will allow you to adjust volume, add fade-in, add fade-out, reverse audio, and, even, trim audio before conversion! All you have to do to access these functions is to click the “SETTINGS” icon (pointed out in the image).
04Step 4: Convert FLAC to MP3
To initiate the actual conversion with FreeConvert, all you really need to do is click the ‘Convert to MP3’ button. Other FLAC converters, while not the same, should be similar.
05Step 5: Download Converted FLAC Audio!
Finally, when the conversion has been completed, select the ‘Download MP3’ button to save your converted audio to your PC! That’s it, you’re done!
Part 2 8 Best Free FLAC to MP3 Converter
Now on to our list of the best free FLAC Converter options out there. We have eight of them for you to choose from, each unique from the other to make sure that you can find the one that suits your current need or project the most.
01****Wondershare Filmora Video Editor **
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS
What’s New: More Video Editing Solutions!
Rating and Reviews: 5/5
Price: FREEmium
Filmora is the first software on this list of FLAC converter options. As you’ll no doubt glean from the screenshot of the UI that we included, this isn’t really your average FLAC converter. But that’s why we included it! With Filmora Pro, not only will you get the FLAC converting functions that you’re looking for, but you’ll also get many other features.
Wondershare Filmora - Best Video Editor for Mac/Windows
5,481,435 people have downloaded it.
Build unique custom animations without breaking a sweat.
Focus on creating epic stories and leave the details to Filmora’s auto features.
Start a creative adventure with drag & drop effects and endless possibilities.
Filmora simplifies advanced features to save you time and effort.
Filmora cuts out repetition so you can move on to your next creative breakthrough.
02UniConverter
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS
What’s New: Extra Toolbox!
Rating and Reviews: 5/5
Price: FREEmium
For this next pick, just to cover our bases, we’ve chosen Wondershare Uniconverter. As you can guess from the name (and the UI, which we’ve shared below), this is an incredibly advanced converting tool. In order to match the requirements for this article, it does, of course, support FLAC as both input and output for conversion. But, even more than that, it offers bonus features (i.e., Download, Video Compressor, Video Editor, Content Merger, Screen Converter, etc.)
03XConvert
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS + Android & iOS Support
What’s New: Google Drive & Dropbox Upload!
Rating and Reviews: 3/5
Price: FREE
With XConvert, we offer a secondary option for those who are looking for a FLAC converter online. This tool, much like FreeConvert, does not require any download or installation process. You can use it directly on your computer, smartphone, or tablet devices. Of course, unlike Filmora Pro or Wondershare UniConverter, it does not have extra bonus functions. But, it is, at the very least, 100% FREE.
04FLAC MP3 Converter
Compatibility: Mac OS & iOS Support
What’s New: High Quality FLAC to MP3 Conversion
Rating and Reviews: 3.5/5
Price: FREEmium
If you’re a Mac user and are looking for a quick, FREE solution for FLAC to MP3 conversion, you might want to consider the FLAC MP3 converter, which is available on the app store! This app is not 100% FREE, but you do have the opportunity to use it for general conversion if that’s all you need.
05123Apps
Compatibility: Windows and Mac & iOS and Android Support!
What’s New: Track Info Editing Tools!
Rating and Reviews: 3.5/5
Price: FREE
Up next is another online FLAC converter that you can use! One that will allow you to make sure that there is no quality loss! This tool is simply called Audio Converter, and it comes from 123Apps. It works just like any online audio converter — which means that it is FREE and can be accessed on most devices.
06Audacity
Compatibility: Windows OS
What’s New: Advanced Audio Editing Functions!
Rating and Reviews: 4/5
Price: FREE
When one talks about FREE audio editors, the one most frequently discussed is often Audacity! As you can see, the UI for it is pretty old, but it comes with tons of advanced features. Of course, the one that you’re probably most concerned about is its converting functions! For that, we can confirm that Audacity will, in fact, allow you to convert from FLAC or convert to FLAC. The process will be different, but it’s possible!
07MediaHuman Audio Converter
Compatibility: Windows & Mac OS
What’s New: Audio Editing Functions
Rating and Reviews: 4/5
Price: FREE
When it comes to Mac-prevalent audio converters, MediaHuman is often discussed as well! It is available for Windows, but its interface is best for its Mac version. As you can see from the UI screenshot, it’s very clean and easy to use. Allowing you to get your conversions done with no fuss!
08Freemake Audio Converter
Compatibility: Windows OS
What’s New: Advanced Audio Conversion (1000+ file support)
Rating and Reviews: 3.5/5
Price: FREE
The last of the tools on this list, Freemake, is another Windows-only software! Freemake allows you to convert to and from FLAC and offers some bonus editing features (though, notably, not as much as Wondershare’s UniConverter, which locks some of its more advanced features for its premium version.)
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Need a quick and easy way to convert from FLAC to MP3? How about WAV to FLAC? Whether you’re converting from or to FLAC, this article has made sure to give you options!
● Most FLAC converters, you’ll find, work much the same way (demonstrated in our tutorial in Part 1!)
● But, despite the similarities, there are multiple unique methods of converting from and to FLAC format that you can use! Hopefully, you’ll be able to find one that suits your project from the list that we provided in Part 2!)
Get Instant Fake Faces: Top Free Online Generators
While signing up for a social media account, you may not want to use your real photograph as your profile picture, but at the same time, you might not find it ethical to use someone else’s image either. This is where a face generation portal comes into play. You can easily create a virtual face that looks almost like you and sometimes even better with a face generator.
Similarly, run a business where you want to publish your clients’ reviews without showing their real photos as they might not like the idea. You can use a good face generator online tool to create a virtual face that resembles their look and post it along with their feedback.
Considering the above scenarios and many others that may come up over time, the following list some of the best free online face generators to create fake faces.
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Best Free Online Face Generators to Get Virtual Faces in 2022
1. Generated Photos: Faces
Website: https://generated.photos/faces
This online portal enables you to create virtual faces by specifying the physical attributes of a character, such as gender, age, hair color, eye color, and much more. You can be as creative as you want to generate a face that appears somewhat like you with the available options. Once a look is generated, you can download and use it as needed.
The steps that are given below explain how you can use Generated Photos’ Faces section to create and download a virtual face:
- Launch your favorite web browser and go to the URL given above, and then you will see all free AI-generated photos on this website.
- Use the filters given in the left pane to define your character’s physical attributes and click Apply from the bottom to get the results. You can customize the face from its head post, gender, age, hair, eye, and emotion aspects.
- Click your preferred character from the AI-generated faces, and then click Download from the page that opens next. Choose your preferred method to sign up, and then sign in to download the virtual face to your PC.
2. Generated Photos: Anonymizer
Website: https://generated.photos/anonymizer
Anonymizer is another section from the Generated Photos portal that allows you to upload your image. Then it uses AI technology to generate similar virtual faces that you can download and use wherever needed.
However, sometimes the pictures that the website creates may not resemble your face as closely as you expect them to be, but that’s OK. Isn’t it? The main idea is to keep your privacy intact, and that’s what Generated Photos: Anonymizer does.
You can learn how to use this section by following the instructions given below:
- Use the URL given above to get to the Anonymizer’s web page and then click Upload photo;
- Select and upload your photo from your PC to the portal and wait while Anonymizer uses AI to generate similar faces.
- Click the photo that you want to use, and when the next page opens up, click Sign up or sign in to download the photo and use it wherever needed
3. Generated Photos Face Generator
Website: https://generated.photos/face-generator
This online face generator from Generated Photos allows you to create a unique realt-time face from scratch in one click. And if you don’t like the face generated, you can change the parameters such as gender, skin tone, hair, eye and head pose.
Generated Photos Face Generator tool is a good choice for people who don’t want to upload any photos online, and need to customize the face at maximum.
Below is a brief tutorial about how to generate a face with it step by step:
- Go to the website give above and then click the Generate faces
- Select the parameters accordingly based on your needs. You can generate the same face young or old with different emotions.
You can then download the generated photo by signing up or logging in, but you need to pay to remove the watermark.
4. Massless
Website: https://massless.io/tool/face-maker-ai
Massless allows you to use its tools to sketch a portrait, and then it uses AI technology to generate a virtual face out of your drawing. However, because you can’t always be precise while sketching with the mouse, it would be good to have access to a digital drawing pad to create the faces with a pen. With Massless, you can explore your creativity to the full and draw beautiful faces to use them as your avatar.
You can follow the procedure given below to use Massless to draw virtual faces:
- Open a web browser, and visit the URL given above. Click any icons from the toolbox at the top (E.g., Nose).
- Draw a shape on its corresponding face area on the left (E.g., Nose), and wait while the portal automatically updates the photo on the right.
- Repeat the process to sketch other parts of the face, and click the More icon (with three vertical dots) from the top-right corner.
- Click Download images from the page that opens next to download the photo to your PC and use it wherever needed.
5. This Person Does Not Exist
Website: https://thispersondoesnotexist.com/
This free online virtual face generator is probably the easiest and quickest. As you go to the website, it displays a random realistic image of a person that may not exist. If you don’t like the idea, you can change it with merely a single mouse click. Because the portal doesn’t have any Download button at the time of this writing, you must rely on the web browser’s default downloading process to get the image to your PC.
You can follow the instructions that are given below to switch between the images and download the one you like:
- Use your preferred web browser (Google Chrome here) to visit the URL provided above, and then notice the random image that appears on the page;
- Click Another from the box that appears at the bottom-right corner to change the image, repeat this process until you find a good photo for your avatar, and then right-click anywhere on the image.
- Click Save image from the context menu to save the photo. And then go to the default download folder to access the downloaded image, and use the picture wherever needed.
Note: Different browsers may have this feature with other names
6. BoredHumans
Website: https://boredhumans.com/faces.php
This web portal is identical to the previous one as it generates random virtual faces with merely one mouse click. Even this website doesn’t have any Download button to help you download the image. Therefore, you must use the browser’s built-in feature to obtain the photo you want to save to your PC.
You can learn how to use BoredHumans to generate virtual faces and download them to your computer by following the steps given below:
- Open a web browser (Google Chrome here) and visit the URL provided above, and then click Generate Another Fake Human if you don’t like the one that appears;
- Keep clicking the button until you find a face that can be used as your avatar. Alternatively, you can click the Generate A Human button to create a less realistic image of a random person.
- Right-click the image and click Save image to download the photo to your PC; and then get to the default download location to access the photo and use it wherever needed.
7. faceMaker
Website: https://facemaker.uvrg.org/
faceMaker allows you to generate virtual faces out of the fine details that you specify during the creation process. These details are adjusted using the sliders that affect the corresponding physical attributes of the avatars. For example, you can modify the lips, eye color, hair, face roundness, mouse depth, jaw shape, etc. using their respective sliders.
You can follow the steps that are given below to learn how to create a virtual face using faceMaker, and save it to your PC to use it as an avatar:
- Use your preferred web browser to visit the URL given above and click Start from the main page.
- Fill out the questionnaire by choosing your preferred options and agreeing to the term and conditions.
- Click Start and then click Continue on the next page. Use the sliders on the left and right panels to customize the face as needed, and once done, you can use any screen capturing tool to take a snapshot and remove the sliders by cropping the image, thus having only the virtual face.
- Save the cropped photo on your PC, and then back on the webpage, click Finished from the bottom-right corner.
- On the next page, choose the radio buttons according to your choice. Once done, click Yes, submit now from the bottom to submit the customized virtual face to the portal.
Conclusion
With all the cybercrime reports circulating everywhere nowadays, it is important to stay cautious about what you post on any social media website. To add an extra layer of security, you can avoid using your real photograph as a profile picture, and go with the fake faces instead. You can generate these virtual faces using any of the free online face generator websites, some of which even allow you to define the shape of a face quite minutely. Because the generated faces are not of any real human, they can be used as your avatar without any risk.
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Best Free Online Face Generators to Get Virtual Faces in 2022
1. Generated Photos: Faces
Website: https://generated.photos/faces
This online portal enables you to create virtual faces by specifying the physical attributes of a character, such as gender, age, hair color, eye color, and much more. You can be as creative as you want to generate a face that appears somewhat like you with the available options. Once a look is generated, you can download and use it as needed.
The steps that are given below explain how you can use Generated Photos’ Faces section to create and download a virtual face:
- Launch your favorite web browser and go to the URL given above, and then you will see all free AI-generated photos on this website.
- Use the filters given in the left pane to define your character’s physical attributes and click Apply from the bottom to get the results. You can customize the face from its head post, gender, age, hair, eye, and emotion aspects.
- Click your preferred character from the AI-generated faces, and then click Download from the page that opens next. Choose your preferred method to sign up, and then sign in to download the virtual face to your PC.
2. Generated Photos: Anonymizer
Website: https://generated.photos/anonymizer
Anonymizer is another section from the Generated Photos portal that allows you to upload your image. Then it uses AI technology to generate similar virtual faces that you can download and use wherever needed.
However, sometimes the pictures that the website creates may not resemble your face as closely as you expect them to be, but that’s OK. Isn’t it? The main idea is to keep your privacy intact, and that’s what Generated Photos: Anonymizer does.
You can learn how to use this section by following the instructions given below:
- Use the URL given above to get to the Anonymizer’s web page and then click Upload photo;
- Select and upload your photo from your PC to the portal and wait while Anonymizer uses AI to generate similar faces.
- Click the photo that you want to use, and when the next page opens up, click Sign up or sign in to download the photo and use it wherever needed
3. Generated Photos Face Generator
Website: https://generated.photos/face-generator
This online face generator from Generated Photos allows you to create a unique realt-time face from scratch in one click. And if you don’t like the face generated, you can change the parameters such as gender, skin tone, hair, eye and head pose.
Generated Photos Face Generator tool is a good choice for people who don’t want to upload any photos online, and need to customize the face at maximum.
Below is a brief tutorial about how to generate a face with it step by step:
- Go to the website give above and then click the Generate faces
- Select the parameters accordingly based on your needs. You can generate the same face young or old with different emotions.
You can then download the generated photo by signing up or logging in, but you need to pay to remove the watermark.
4. Massless
Website: https://massless.io/tool/face-maker-ai
Massless allows you to use its tools to sketch a portrait, and then it uses AI technology to generate a virtual face out of your drawing. However, because you can’t always be precise while sketching with the mouse, it would be good to have access to a digital drawing pad to create the faces with a pen. With Massless, you can explore your creativity to the full and draw beautiful faces to use them as your avatar.
You can follow the procedure given below to use Massless to draw virtual faces:
- Open a web browser, and visit the URL given above. Click any icons from the toolbox at the top (E.g., Nose).
- Draw a shape on its corresponding face area on the left (E.g., Nose), and wait while the portal automatically updates the photo on the right.
- Repeat the process to sketch other parts of the face, and click the More icon (with three vertical dots) from the top-right corner.
- Click Download images from the page that opens next to download the photo to your PC and use it wherever needed.
5. This Person Does Not Exist
Website: https://thispersondoesnotexist.com/
This free online virtual face generator is probably the easiest and quickest. As you go to the website, it displays a random realistic image of a person that may not exist. If you don’t like the idea, you can change it with merely a single mouse click. Because the portal doesn’t have any Download button at the time of this writing, you must rely on the web browser’s default downloading process to get the image to your PC.
You can follow the instructions that are given below to switch between the images and download the one you like:
- Use your preferred web browser (Google Chrome here) to visit the URL provided above, and then notice the random image that appears on the page;
- Click Another from the box that appears at the bottom-right corner to change the image, repeat this process until you find a good photo for your avatar, and then right-click anywhere on the image.
- Click Save image from the context menu to save the photo. And then go to the default download folder to access the downloaded image, and use the picture wherever needed.
Note: Different browsers may have this feature with other names
6. BoredHumans
Website: https://boredhumans.com/faces.php
This web portal is identical to the previous one as it generates random virtual faces with merely one mouse click. Even this website doesn’t have any Download button to help you download the image. Therefore, you must use the browser’s built-in feature to obtain the photo you want to save to your PC.
You can learn how to use BoredHumans to generate virtual faces and download them to your computer by following the steps given below:
- Open a web browser (Google Chrome here) and visit the URL provided above, and then click Generate Another Fake Human if you don’t like the one that appears;
- Keep clicking the button until you find a face that can be used as your avatar. Alternatively, you can click the Generate A Human button to create a less realistic image of a random person.
- Right-click the image and click Save image to download the photo to your PC; and then get to the default download location to access the photo and use it wherever needed.
7. faceMaker
Website: https://facemaker.uvrg.org/
faceMaker allows you to generate virtual faces out of the fine details that you specify during the creation process. These details are adjusted using the sliders that affect the corresponding physical attributes of the avatars. For example, you can modify the lips, eye color, hair, face roundness, mouse depth, jaw shape, etc. using their respective sliders.
You can follow the steps that are given below to learn how to create a virtual face using faceMaker, and save it to your PC to use it as an avatar:
- Use your preferred web browser to visit the URL given above and click Start from the main page.
- Fill out the questionnaire by choosing your preferred options and agreeing to the term and conditions.
- Click Start and then click Continue on the next page. Use the sliders on the left and right panels to customize the face as needed, and once done, you can use any screen capturing tool to take a snapshot and remove the sliders by cropping the image, thus having only the virtual face.
- Save the cropped photo on your PC, and then back on the webpage, click Finished from the bottom-right corner.
- On the next page, choose the radio buttons according to your choice. Once done, click Yes, submit now from the bottom to submit the customized virtual face to the portal.
Conclusion
With all the cybercrime reports circulating everywhere nowadays, it is important to stay cautious about what you post on any social media website. To add an extra layer of security, you can avoid using your real photograph as a profile picture, and go with the fake faces instead. You can generate these virtual faces using any of the free online face generator websites, some of which even allow you to define the shape of a face quite minutely. Because the generated faces are not of any real human, they can be used as your avatar without any risk.
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Best Free Online Face Generators to Get Virtual Faces in 2022
1. Generated Photos: Faces
Website: https://generated.photos/faces
This online portal enables you to create virtual faces by specifying the physical attributes of a character, such as gender, age, hair color, eye color, and much more. You can be as creative as you want to generate a face that appears somewhat like you with the available options. Once a look is generated, you can download and use it as needed.
The steps that are given below explain how you can use Generated Photos’ Faces section to create and download a virtual face:
- Launch your favorite web browser and go to the URL given above, and then you will see all free AI-generated photos on this website.
- Use the filters given in the left pane to define your character’s physical attributes and click Apply from the bottom to get the results. You can customize the face from its head post, gender, age, hair, eye, and emotion aspects.
- Click your preferred character from the AI-generated faces, and then click Download from the page that opens next. Choose your preferred method to sign up, and then sign in to download the virtual face to your PC.
2. Generated Photos: Anonymizer
Website: https://generated.photos/anonymizer
Anonymizer is another section from the Generated Photos portal that allows you to upload your image. Then it uses AI technology to generate similar virtual faces that you can download and use wherever needed.
However, sometimes the pictures that the website creates may not resemble your face as closely as you expect them to be, but that’s OK. Isn’t it? The main idea is to keep your privacy intact, and that’s what Generated Photos: Anonymizer does.
You can learn how to use this section by following the instructions given below:
- Use the URL given above to get to the Anonymizer’s web page and then click Upload photo;
- Select and upload your photo from your PC to the portal and wait while Anonymizer uses AI to generate similar faces.
- Click the photo that you want to use, and when the next page opens up, click Sign up or sign in to download the photo and use it wherever needed
3. Generated Photos Face Generator
Website: https://generated.photos/face-generator
This online face generator from Generated Photos allows you to create a unique realt-time face from scratch in one click. And if you don’t like the face generated, you can change the parameters such as gender, skin tone, hair, eye and head pose.
Generated Photos Face Generator tool is a good choice for people who don’t want to upload any photos online, and need to customize the face at maximum.
Below is a brief tutorial about how to generate a face with it step by step:
- Go to the website give above and then click the Generate faces
- Select the parameters accordingly based on your needs. You can generate the same face young or old with different emotions.
You can then download the generated photo by signing up or logging in, but you need to pay to remove the watermark.
4. Massless
Website: https://massless.io/tool/face-maker-ai
Massless allows you to use its tools to sketch a portrait, and then it uses AI technology to generate a virtual face out of your drawing. However, because you can’t always be precise while sketching with the mouse, it would be good to have access to a digital drawing pad to create the faces with a pen. With Massless, you can explore your creativity to the full and draw beautiful faces to use them as your avatar.
You can follow the procedure given below to use Massless to draw virtual faces:
- Open a web browser, and visit the URL given above. Click any icons from the toolbox at the top (E.g., Nose).
- Draw a shape on its corresponding face area on the left (E.g., Nose), and wait while the portal automatically updates the photo on the right.
- Repeat the process to sketch other parts of the face, and click the More icon (with three vertical dots) from the top-right corner.
- Click Download images from the page that opens next to download the photo to your PC and use it wherever needed.
5. This Person Does Not Exist
Website: https://thispersondoesnotexist.com/
This free online virtual face generator is probably the easiest and quickest. As you go to the website, it displays a random realistic image of a person that may not exist. If you don’t like the idea, you can change it with merely a single mouse click. Because the portal doesn’t have any Download button at the time of this writing, you must rely on the web browser’s default downloading process to get the image to your PC.
You can follow the instructions that are given below to switch between the images and download the one you like:
- Use your preferred web browser (Google Chrome here) to visit the URL provided above, and then notice the random image that appears on the page;
- Click Another from the box that appears at the bottom-right corner to change the image, repeat this process until you find a good photo for your avatar, and then right-click anywhere on the image.
- Click Save image from the context menu to save the photo. And then go to the default download folder to access the downloaded image, and use the picture wherever needed.
Note: Different browsers may have this feature with other names
6. BoredHumans
Website: https://boredhumans.com/faces.php
This web portal is identical to the previous one as it generates random virtual faces with merely one mouse click. Even this website doesn’t have any Download button to help you download the image. Therefore, you must use the browser’s built-in feature to obtain the photo you want to save to your PC.
You can learn how to use BoredHumans to generate virtual faces and download them to your computer by following the steps given below:
- Open a web browser (Google Chrome here) and visit the URL provided above, and then click Generate Another Fake Human if you don’t like the one that appears;
- Keep clicking the button until you find a face that can be used as your avatar. Alternatively, you can click the Generate A Human button to create a less realistic image of a random person.
- Right-click the image and click Save image to download the photo to your PC; and then get to the default download location to access the photo and use it wherever needed.
7. faceMaker
Website: https://facemaker.uvrg.org/
faceMaker allows you to generate virtual faces out of the fine details that you specify during the creation process. These details are adjusted using the sliders that affect the corresponding physical attributes of the avatars. For example, you can modify the lips, eye color, hair, face roundness, mouse depth, jaw shape, etc. using their respective sliders.
You can follow the steps that are given below to learn how to create a virtual face using faceMaker, and save it to your PC to use it as an avatar:
- Use your preferred web browser to visit the URL given above and click Start from the main page.
- Fill out the questionnaire by choosing your preferred options and agreeing to the term and conditions.
- Click Start and then click Continue on the next page. Use the sliders on the left and right panels to customize the face as needed, and once done, you can use any screen capturing tool to take a snapshot and remove the sliders by cropping the image, thus having only the virtual face.
- Save the cropped photo on your PC, and then back on the webpage, click Finished from the bottom-right corner.
- On the next page, choose the radio buttons according to your choice. Once done, click Yes, submit now from the bottom to submit the customized virtual face to the portal.
Conclusion
With all the cybercrime reports circulating everywhere nowadays, it is important to stay cautious about what you post on any social media website. To add an extra layer of security, you can avoid using your real photograph as a profile picture, and go with the fake faces instead. You can generate these virtual faces using any of the free online face generator websites, some of which even allow you to define the shape of a face quite minutely. Because the generated faces are not of any real human, they can be used as your avatar without any risk.
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Best Free Online Face Generators to Get Virtual Faces in 2022
1. Generated Photos: Faces
Website: https://generated.photos/faces
This online portal enables you to create virtual faces by specifying the physical attributes of a character, such as gender, age, hair color, eye color, and much more. You can be as creative as you want to generate a face that appears somewhat like you with the available options. Once a look is generated, you can download and use it as needed.
The steps that are given below explain how you can use Generated Photos’ Faces section to create and download a virtual face:
- Launch your favorite web browser and go to the URL given above, and then you will see all free AI-generated photos on this website.
- Use the filters given in the left pane to define your character’s physical attributes and click Apply from the bottom to get the results. You can customize the face from its head post, gender, age, hair, eye, and emotion aspects.
- Click your preferred character from the AI-generated faces, and then click Download from the page that opens next. Choose your preferred method to sign up, and then sign in to download the virtual face to your PC.
2. Generated Photos: Anonymizer
Website: https://generated.photos/anonymizer
Anonymizer is another section from the Generated Photos portal that allows you to upload your image. Then it uses AI technology to generate similar virtual faces that you can download and use wherever needed.
However, sometimes the pictures that the website creates may not resemble your face as closely as you expect them to be, but that’s OK. Isn’t it? The main idea is to keep your privacy intact, and that’s what Generated Photos: Anonymizer does.
You can learn how to use this section by following the instructions given below:
- Use the URL given above to get to the Anonymizer’s web page and then click Upload photo;
- Select and upload your photo from your PC to the portal and wait while Anonymizer uses AI to generate similar faces.
- Click the photo that you want to use, and when the next page opens up, click Sign up or sign in to download the photo and use it wherever needed
3. Generated Photos Face Generator
Website: https://generated.photos/face-generator
This online face generator from Generated Photos allows you to create a unique realt-time face from scratch in one click. And if you don’t like the face generated, you can change the parameters such as gender, skin tone, hair, eye and head pose.
Generated Photos Face Generator tool is a good choice for people who don’t want to upload any photos online, and need to customize the face at maximum.
Below is a brief tutorial about how to generate a face with it step by step:
- Go to the website give above and then click the Generate faces
- Select the parameters accordingly based on your needs. You can generate the same face young or old with different emotions.
You can then download the generated photo by signing up or logging in, but you need to pay to remove the watermark.
4. Massless
Website: https://massless.io/tool/face-maker-ai
Massless allows you to use its tools to sketch a portrait, and then it uses AI technology to generate a virtual face out of your drawing. However, because you can’t always be precise while sketching with the mouse, it would be good to have access to a digital drawing pad to create the faces with a pen. With Massless, you can explore your creativity to the full and draw beautiful faces to use them as your avatar.
You can follow the procedure given below to use Massless to draw virtual faces:
- Open a web browser, and visit the URL given above. Click any icons from the toolbox at the top (E.g., Nose).
- Draw a shape on its corresponding face area on the left (E.g., Nose), and wait while the portal automatically updates the photo on the right.
- Repeat the process to sketch other parts of the face, and click the More icon (with three vertical dots) from the top-right corner.
- Click Download images from the page that opens next to download the photo to your PC and use it wherever needed.
5. This Person Does Not Exist
Website: https://thispersondoesnotexist.com/
This free online virtual face generator is probably the easiest and quickest. As you go to the website, it displays a random realistic image of a person that may not exist. If you don’t like the idea, you can change it with merely a single mouse click. Because the portal doesn’t have any Download button at the time of this writing, you must rely on the web browser’s default downloading process to get the image to your PC.
You can follow the instructions that are given below to switch between the images and download the one you like:
- Use your preferred web browser (Google Chrome here) to visit the URL provided above, and then notice the random image that appears on the page;
- Click Another from the box that appears at the bottom-right corner to change the image, repeat this process until you find a good photo for your avatar, and then right-click anywhere on the image.
- Click Save image from the context menu to save the photo. And then go to the default download folder to access the downloaded image, and use the picture wherever needed.
Note: Different browsers may have this feature with other names
6. BoredHumans
Website: https://boredhumans.com/faces.php
This web portal is identical to the previous one as it generates random virtual faces with merely one mouse click. Even this website doesn’t have any Download button to help you download the image. Therefore, you must use the browser’s built-in feature to obtain the photo you want to save to your PC.
You can learn how to use BoredHumans to generate virtual faces and download them to your computer by following the steps given below:
- Open a web browser (Google Chrome here) and visit the URL provided above, and then click Generate Another Fake Human if you don’t like the one that appears;
- Keep clicking the button until you find a face that can be used as your avatar. Alternatively, you can click the Generate A Human button to create a less realistic image of a random person.
- Right-click the image and click Save image to download the photo to your PC; and then get to the default download location to access the photo and use it wherever needed.
7. faceMaker
Website: https://facemaker.uvrg.org/
faceMaker allows you to generate virtual faces out of the fine details that you specify during the creation process. These details are adjusted using the sliders that affect the corresponding physical attributes of the avatars. For example, you can modify the lips, eye color, hair, face roundness, mouse depth, jaw shape, etc. using their respective sliders.
You can follow the steps that are given below to learn how to create a virtual face using faceMaker, and save it to your PC to use it as an avatar:
- Use your preferred web browser to visit the URL given above and click Start from the main page.
- Fill out the questionnaire by choosing your preferred options and agreeing to the term and conditions.
- Click Start and then click Continue on the next page. Use the sliders on the left and right panels to customize the face as needed, and once done, you can use any screen capturing tool to take a snapshot and remove the sliders by cropping the image, thus having only the virtual face.
- Save the cropped photo on your PC, and then back on the webpage, click Finished from the bottom-right corner.
- On the next page, choose the radio buttons according to your choice. Once done, click Yes, submit now from the bottom to submit the customized virtual face to the portal.
Conclusion
With all the cybercrime reports circulating everywhere nowadays, it is important to stay cautious about what you post on any social media website. To add an extra layer of security, you can avoid using your real photograph as a profile picture, and go with the fake faces instead. You can generate these virtual faces using any of the free online face generator websites, some of which even allow you to define the shape of a face quite minutely. Because the generated faces are not of any real human, they can be used as your avatar without any risk.
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Full Guide: How to Add a Skin Smoother Effect with Final Cut Pro
Liza Brown
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
It’s quite common for vloggers to try to show the best of their states. However, makeup, weather, and the shooting equipment may disagree. So, how to tackle this problem?
Fortunately, we have the best solutions to fix the skin tone issue by using FCPX’s built-in tools or smooth skin plugins. You will learn how to strategically adjust your footage’s look for stylistic purposes and impress your audience with your video-editing skills. Now, let’s understand what a skin smoother effect is before learning how to add it in FCPX.
Part 1: How to Add a Skin Smoother Effect without Plugins in Final Cut Pro?
Smoothening the skin in Final Cut Pro is very simple. Simply select the video, choose Video effects to be applied, and adjust the percentages from the Inspector pane. You will get wrinkle-free skin with an astonishing look. While multiple plugins are also available to apply a skin smoother effect, you can use the built-in features of Final Cut Pro to smoothen the skin and decrease the amount of contrast.
Here’s how you can do this:
step1Choose the starting image and edit the clip into the timeline. Press Option and make a connected copy of the clip by dragging it up. The start and end points should match for syncing. In the Effects Browser, drag Blur > Gaussian Blur to apply the blur effect on the upper clip.
step2Open the Inspector pan and select Compositing from its bottom. Switch the Blend Mode to Lighten and adjust the Opacity slider as per your desired glow. Usually, 40 to 45% is ideal.
step3Now, go to the top of the Inspector and turn on the blue checkbox next to Gaussian. Adjust the blurring effect until you achieve your desired level of skin softening. It is highly recommended to blur using the horizontal setting to soften the skin while keeping the eyes sharp. Here, the glow is controlled by Opacity while skin softening is controlled by the Blue Amount.
For better results, add a Vignette by selecting and combining the two clips into a Compound Clip. From the Effects Browser, select Stylize > Vignette and adjust drag the vignette. Now, customize the compound clip settings in the Inspector pane until you achieve your desired look. Compare the results between two images before and after editing
Part 2: Where to Find Good Skin Smoother Plugins?
Plugins make it easy for beginners and users with limited expertise to add a skin smoother effect in Final Cut Pro X. You can find both free and paid skin smoother plugins for FCPX online. Given below are some popular skin smoothening plugins for Final Cut Pro X.
- Skin Smoother 2
Skin Smoother 2 is a powerful and easy-to-use plugin that allows you to smooth out unwanted skin details and enhance your facial appearance.
Price: $19.99 (One-time Charges)
Software Requirements: FCP 10.2 or later
Features:
- Enhanced control over facial adjustments with fine-tuning giving more natural results;
- Precise color sampling without a need to match up with present skin tones; and
- 3 to 5 times faster rendering.
- Color Finale
Color Finale is a user-friendly, fine-tuned, and fully-featured professional skin smoother plugin purpose bit for FCP.
Price: $152
Software Requirements: FCP 10.4.8 - 10.5.1
Features:
- Color wheels, curves, and LUT utilities;
- A complete professional color toolset for videographers, colorists, and editors; and
- Allows personal preference on the interface.
- Universe
A comprehensive FCP tool with 89 individual plugins to apply the next-generation skin smoothening and facial improvement effects.
Price: $199/year
Software Requirements: FCPX 10.5 or later
Features:
- Advanced transitions and effects and motion graphics tools;
- A variety of cool presents and text generators; and
- Number counters, chromatic aberration, VHS looks, camera shake, glitch effects.
Part 3: How to adopt Skin Smoothing Plugins into FCPX?
Follow these steps to use the Skin Smooth 2 Plugin for Final Cut Pro X:
- Purchase and download the Skin Smoother 2 plugin. Go to downloads, unzip the folder containing the plugin and install it on your computer.
- Open the FCPX, go to Effects, and click on Skin Smoother 2. A list of options will appear. Import the image or video you want to edit.
- To apply the skin-smoothing effect, click on Add Color Mask, and select the areas of the face where the color mask has to be added.
- Adjust the Skin Smoothing, Smoothing Mix, and the Softness of the color mask as per your requirements.
- Finally, click on Add Shape Mask, two circles will appear on the image. Adjust the covering area of both circles for Shape Mask 1 to add a smiling face.
Part 4: How to Smooth Skin in Filmora?
Wondershare Filmora features advanced tuning tools and a variety of video filters and overlays. Learn how to smooth skin or beautify your face in the video with this advanced video-editing software.
- Open Filmora, open New Project and click Import to load your videos to the timeline.
- Double click on the video to open the editing window. Open the Color panel and adjust parameters according to your preference such as white balance, tone, and 3D LUT, etc.
- Open the toolbar, click the Advanced Color Tuning icon, go to the advanced color tuning window, and adjust the white balance, color tint and temperature, HSL, 3D LUT, Vignette, and Light. If you are a beginner, try applying the present templates.
- To set a specific tone or beautify your video, open the Tools tab and click the Color Correction option to change the color tones.
- Open Effects and Transitions and select the skin smooth filter. Hover the cursor over the filter and click the plus icon in the middle to add that effect. You can also apply the effect to the whole clip by dragging and dropping it directly onto the video clip.
Part 5: How to smooth skin in Adobe Pro?
Given below are simple steps to create a face matter, control the skin smoothing, adjust color correction, and correct the skin glow in Adobe Pro by using the Beauty Studio Effect:
- Applying the Beauty Studio effect smoothens all parts of the image including the background. However, it will make your footage look artificial, which is not desired. Hence, turn on the Pixel Chooser, pick two colors with the eye dropper tool. Color A for the darker area and Color B for the lighter area.
- Underneath the Mocha Matte, use the eyedropper tool to select colors on the skin of the subject in your footage.
- Now, click on View Matte/Mask to visualize the image areas where you are applying the skin smoothing effect. The Beauty Studio will affect the smoothing effect in the white area while the black area will remain unsmoothed.
- Adjust the Saturation, Hue, and Luma softness to enhance the appearance of the skin, eyes, and mouth.
- To prevent the rest of the image from getting affected, create a Mocha mask around the face by clicking on the Mocha logo and drawing a mask with the X-Spline tool. Make sure the mask moves as the subject is moved after your track forward and back.
- Beauty Studio offers four levels of skin smoothing. You can adjust these levels as per your situation by lowering the smoothing amount for each level. For better results, adjust the levels at 70 or below.
- For the final touch, adjust the sharpening between 10-20 points, add saturation between 3 to 8 points for color correction, and add 5 to 10 points of glow. Your image is ready, compare the results before and after applying the effect.
Conclusion
Smooth skin with clear facial expressions attracts everyone. You can apply a skin smooth effect in your video by using advanced video editing tools like Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premium, and Wondershare Filmora.
There are two methods to add a skin smooth effect with FCPX: By using in-built software settings, or by using plugins like Skin Smoother 2, Color Finale, and Universe. Use Beauty Studio Effect in Adobe Pro to smooth skin and improve facial appearance. Finally, you can beautify the face in your video by adding transitions, making color adjustments, and applying different effects with Wondershare Filmora.
Liza Brown
Liza Brown is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Liza Brown
Liza Brown
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
It’s quite common for vloggers to try to show the best of their states. However, makeup, weather, and the shooting equipment may disagree. So, how to tackle this problem?
Fortunately, we have the best solutions to fix the skin tone issue by using FCPX’s built-in tools or smooth skin plugins. You will learn how to strategically adjust your footage’s look for stylistic purposes and impress your audience with your video-editing skills. Now, let’s understand what a skin smoother effect is before learning how to add it in FCPX.
Part 1: How to Add a Skin Smoother Effect without Plugins in Final Cut Pro?
Smoothening the skin in Final Cut Pro is very simple. Simply select the video, choose Video effects to be applied, and adjust the percentages from the Inspector pane. You will get wrinkle-free skin with an astonishing look. While multiple plugins are also available to apply a skin smoother effect, you can use the built-in features of Final Cut Pro to smoothen the skin and decrease the amount of contrast.
Here’s how you can do this:
step1Choose the starting image and edit the clip into the timeline. Press Option and make a connected copy of the clip by dragging it up. The start and end points should match for syncing. In the Effects Browser, drag Blur > Gaussian Blur to apply the blur effect on the upper clip.
step2Open the Inspector pan and select Compositing from its bottom. Switch the Blend Mode to Lighten and adjust the Opacity slider as per your desired glow. Usually, 40 to 45% is ideal.
step3Now, go to the top of the Inspector and turn on the blue checkbox next to Gaussian. Adjust the blurring effect until you achieve your desired level of skin softening. It is highly recommended to blur using the horizontal setting to soften the skin while keeping the eyes sharp. Here, the glow is controlled by Opacity while skin softening is controlled by the Blue Amount.
For better results, add a Vignette by selecting and combining the two clips into a Compound Clip. From the Effects Browser, select Stylize > Vignette and adjust drag the vignette. Now, customize the compound clip settings in the Inspector pane until you achieve your desired look. Compare the results between two images before and after editing
Part 2: Where to Find Good Skin Smoother Plugins?
Plugins make it easy for beginners and users with limited expertise to add a skin smoother effect in Final Cut Pro X. You can find both free and paid skin smoother plugins for FCPX online. Given below are some popular skin smoothening plugins for Final Cut Pro X.
- Skin Smoother 2
Skin Smoother 2 is a powerful and easy-to-use plugin that allows you to smooth out unwanted skin details and enhance your facial appearance.
Price: $19.99 (One-time Charges)
Software Requirements: FCP 10.2 or later
Features:
- Enhanced control over facial adjustments with fine-tuning giving more natural results;
- Precise color sampling without a need to match up with present skin tones; and
- 3 to 5 times faster rendering.
- Color Finale
Color Finale is a user-friendly, fine-tuned, and fully-featured professional skin smoother plugin purpose bit for FCP.
Price: $152
Software Requirements: FCP 10.4.8 - 10.5.1
Features:
- Color wheels, curves, and LUT utilities;
- A complete professional color toolset for videographers, colorists, and editors; and
- Allows personal preference on the interface.
- Universe
A comprehensive FCP tool with 89 individual plugins to apply the next-generation skin smoothening and facial improvement effects.
Price: $199/year
Software Requirements: FCPX 10.5 or later
Features:
- Advanced transitions and effects and motion graphics tools;
- A variety of cool presents and text generators; and
- Number counters, chromatic aberration, VHS looks, camera shake, glitch effects.
Part 3: How to adopt Skin Smoothing Plugins into FCPX?
Follow these steps to use the Skin Smooth 2 Plugin for Final Cut Pro X:
- Purchase and download the Skin Smoother 2 plugin. Go to downloads, unzip the folder containing the plugin and install it on your computer.
- Open the FCPX, go to Effects, and click on Skin Smoother 2. A list of options will appear. Import the image or video you want to edit.
- To apply the skin-smoothing effect, click on Add Color Mask, and select the areas of the face where the color mask has to be added.
- Adjust the Skin Smoothing, Smoothing Mix, and the Softness of the color mask as per your requirements.
- Finally, click on Add Shape Mask, two circles will appear on the image. Adjust the covering area of both circles for Shape Mask 1 to add a smiling face.
Part 4: How to Smooth Skin in Filmora?
Wondershare Filmora features advanced tuning tools and a variety of video filters and overlays. Learn how to smooth skin or beautify your face in the video with this advanced video-editing software.
- Open Filmora, open New Project and click Import to load your videos to the timeline.
- Double click on the video to open the editing window. Open the Color panel and adjust parameters according to your preference such as white balance, tone, and 3D LUT, etc.
- Open the toolbar, click the Advanced Color Tuning icon, go to the advanced color tuning window, and adjust the white balance, color tint and temperature, HSL, 3D LUT, Vignette, and Light. If you are a beginner, try applying the present templates.
- To set a specific tone or beautify your video, open the Tools tab and click the Color Correction option to change the color tones.
- Open Effects and Transitions and select the skin smooth filter. Hover the cursor over the filter and click the plus icon in the middle to add that effect. You can also apply the effect to the whole clip by dragging and dropping it directly onto the video clip.
Part 5: How to smooth skin in Adobe Pro?
Given below are simple steps to create a face matter, control the skin smoothing, adjust color correction, and correct the skin glow in Adobe Pro by using the Beauty Studio Effect:
- Applying the Beauty Studio effect smoothens all parts of the image including the background. However, it will make your footage look artificial, which is not desired. Hence, turn on the Pixel Chooser, pick two colors with the eye dropper tool. Color A for the darker area and Color B for the lighter area.
- Underneath the Mocha Matte, use the eyedropper tool to select colors on the skin of the subject in your footage.
- Now, click on View Matte/Mask to visualize the image areas where you are applying the skin smoothing effect. The Beauty Studio will affect the smoothing effect in the white area while the black area will remain unsmoothed.
- Adjust the Saturation, Hue, and Luma softness to enhance the appearance of the skin, eyes, and mouth.
- To prevent the rest of the image from getting affected, create a Mocha mask around the face by clicking on the Mocha logo and drawing a mask with the X-Spline tool. Make sure the mask moves as the subject is moved after your track forward and back.
- Beauty Studio offers four levels of skin smoothing. You can adjust these levels as per your situation by lowering the smoothing amount for each level. For better results, adjust the levels at 70 or below.
- For the final touch, adjust the sharpening between 10-20 points, add saturation between 3 to 8 points for color correction, and add 5 to 10 points of glow. Your image is ready, compare the results before and after applying the effect.
Conclusion
Smooth skin with clear facial expressions attracts everyone. You can apply a skin smooth effect in your video by using advanced video editing tools like Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premium, and Wondershare Filmora.
There are two methods to add a skin smooth effect with FCPX: By using in-built software settings, or by using plugins like Skin Smoother 2, Color Finale, and Universe. Use Beauty Studio Effect in Adobe Pro to smooth skin and improve facial appearance. Finally, you can beautify the face in your video by adding transitions, making color adjustments, and applying different effects with Wondershare Filmora.
Liza Brown
Liza Brown is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Liza Brown
Liza Brown
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
It’s quite common for vloggers to try to show the best of their states. However, makeup, weather, and the shooting equipment may disagree. So, how to tackle this problem?
Fortunately, we have the best solutions to fix the skin tone issue by using FCPX’s built-in tools or smooth skin plugins. You will learn how to strategically adjust your footage’s look for stylistic purposes and impress your audience with your video-editing skills. Now, let’s understand what a skin smoother effect is before learning how to add it in FCPX.
Part 1: How to Add a Skin Smoother Effect without Plugins in Final Cut Pro?
Smoothening the skin in Final Cut Pro is very simple. Simply select the video, choose Video effects to be applied, and adjust the percentages from the Inspector pane. You will get wrinkle-free skin with an astonishing look. While multiple plugins are also available to apply a skin smoother effect, you can use the built-in features of Final Cut Pro to smoothen the skin and decrease the amount of contrast.
Here’s how you can do this:
step1Choose the starting image and edit the clip into the timeline. Press Option and make a connected copy of the clip by dragging it up. The start and end points should match for syncing. In the Effects Browser, drag Blur > Gaussian Blur to apply the blur effect on the upper clip.
step2Open the Inspector pan and select Compositing from its bottom. Switch the Blend Mode to Lighten and adjust the Opacity slider as per your desired glow. Usually, 40 to 45% is ideal.
step3Now, go to the top of the Inspector and turn on the blue checkbox next to Gaussian. Adjust the blurring effect until you achieve your desired level of skin softening. It is highly recommended to blur using the horizontal setting to soften the skin while keeping the eyes sharp. Here, the glow is controlled by Opacity while skin softening is controlled by the Blue Amount.
For better results, add a Vignette by selecting and combining the two clips into a Compound Clip. From the Effects Browser, select Stylize > Vignette and adjust drag the vignette. Now, customize the compound clip settings in the Inspector pane until you achieve your desired look. Compare the results between two images before and after editing
Part 2: Where to Find Good Skin Smoother Plugins?
Plugins make it easy for beginners and users with limited expertise to add a skin smoother effect in Final Cut Pro X. You can find both free and paid skin smoother plugins for FCPX online. Given below are some popular skin smoothening plugins for Final Cut Pro X.
- Skin Smoother 2
Skin Smoother 2 is a powerful and easy-to-use plugin that allows you to smooth out unwanted skin details and enhance your facial appearance.
Price: $19.99 (One-time Charges)
Software Requirements: FCP 10.2 or later
Features:
- Enhanced control over facial adjustments with fine-tuning giving more natural results;
- Precise color sampling without a need to match up with present skin tones; and
- 3 to 5 times faster rendering.
- Color Finale
Color Finale is a user-friendly, fine-tuned, and fully-featured professional skin smoother plugin purpose bit for FCP.
Price: $152
Software Requirements: FCP 10.4.8 - 10.5.1
Features:
- Color wheels, curves, and LUT utilities;
- A complete professional color toolset for videographers, colorists, and editors; and
- Allows personal preference on the interface.
- Universe
A comprehensive FCP tool with 89 individual plugins to apply the next-generation skin smoothening and facial improvement effects.
Price: $199/year
Software Requirements: FCPX 10.5 or later
Features:
- Advanced transitions and effects and motion graphics tools;
- A variety of cool presents and text generators; and
- Number counters, chromatic aberration, VHS looks, camera shake, glitch effects.
Part 3: How to adopt Skin Smoothing Plugins into FCPX?
Follow these steps to use the Skin Smooth 2 Plugin for Final Cut Pro X:
- Purchase and download the Skin Smoother 2 plugin. Go to downloads, unzip the folder containing the plugin and install it on your computer.
- Open the FCPX, go to Effects, and click on Skin Smoother 2. A list of options will appear. Import the image or video you want to edit.
- To apply the skin-smoothing effect, click on Add Color Mask, and select the areas of the face where the color mask has to be added.
- Adjust the Skin Smoothing, Smoothing Mix, and the Softness of the color mask as per your requirements.
- Finally, click on Add Shape Mask, two circles will appear on the image. Adjust the covering area of both circles for Shape Mask 1 to add a smiling face.
Part 4: How to Smooth Skin in Filmora?
Wondershare Filmora features advanced tuning tools and a variety of video filters and overlays. Learn how to smooth skin or beautify your face in the video with this advanced video-editing software.
- Open Filmora, open New Project and click Import to load your videos to the timeline.
- Double click on the video to open the editing window. Open the Color panel and adjust parameters according to your preference such as white balance, tone, and 3D LUT, etc.
- Open the toolbar, click the Advanced Color Tuning icon, go to the advanced color tuning window, and adjust the white balance, color tint and temperature, HSL, 3D LUT, Vignette, and Light. If you are a beginner, try applying the present templates.
- To set a specific tone or beautify your video, open the Tools tab and click the Color Correction option to change the color tones.
- Open Effects and Transitions and select the skin smooth filter. Hover the cursor over the filter and click the plus icon in the middle to add that effect. You can also apply the effect to the whole clip by dragging and dropping it directly onto the video clip.
Part 5: How to smooth skin in Adobe Pro?
Given below are simple steps to create a face matter, control the skin smoothing, adjust color correction, and correct the skin glow in Adobe Pro by using the Beauty Studio Effect:
- Applying the Beauty Studio effect smoothens all parts of the image including the background. However, it will make your footage look artificial, which is not desired. Hence, turn on the Pixel Chooser, pick two colors with the eye dropper tool. Color A for the darker area and Color B for the lighter area.
- Underneath the Mocha Matte, use the eyedropper tool to select colors on the skin of the subject in your footage.
- Now, click on View Matte/Mask to visualize the image areas where you are applying the skin smoothing effect. The Beauty Studio will affect the smoothing effect in the white area while the black area will remain unsmoothed.
- Adjust the Saturation, Hue, and Luma softness to enhance the appearance of the skin, eyes, and mouth.
- To prevent the rest of the image from getting affected, create a Mocha mask around the face by clicking on the Mocha logo and drawing a mask with the X-Spline tool. Make sure the mask moves as the subject is moved after your track forward and back.
- Beauty Studio offers four levels of skin smoothing. You can adjust these levels as per your situation by lowering the smoothing amount for each level. For better results, adjust the levels at 70 or below.
- For the final touch, adjust the sharpening between 10-20 points, add saturation between 3 to 8 points for color correction, and add 5 to 10 points of glow. Your image is ready, compare the results before and after applying the effect.
Conclusion
Smooth skin with clear facial expressions attracts everyone. You can apply a skin smooth effect in your video by using advanced video editing tools like Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premium, and Wondershare Filmora.
There are two methods to add a skin smooth effect with FCPX: By using in-built software settings, or by using plugins like Skin Smoother 2, Color Finale, and Universe. Use Beauty Studio Effect in Adobe Pro to smooth skin and improve facial appearance. Finally, you can beautify the face in your video by adding transitions, making color adjustments, and applying different effects with Wondershare Filmora.
Liza Brown
Liza Brown is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Liza Brown
Liza Brown
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
It’s quite common for vloggers to try to show the best of their states. However, makeup, weather, and the shooting equipment may disagree. So, how to tackle this problem?
Fortunately, we have the best solutions to fix the skin tone issue by using FCPX’s built-in tools or smooth skin plugins. You will learn how to strategically adjust your footage’s look for stylistic purposes and impress your audience with your video-editing skills. Now, let’s understand what a skin smoother effect is before learning how to add it in FCPX.
Part 1: How to Add a Skin Smoother Effect without Plugins in Final Cut Pro?
Smoothening the skin in Final Cut Pro is very simple. Simply select the video, choose Video effects to be applied, and adjust the percentages from the Inspector pane. You will get wrinkle-free skin with an astonishing look. While multiple plugins are also available to apply a skin smoother effect, you can use the built-in features of Final Cut Pro to smoothen the skin and decrease the amount of contrast.
Here’s how you can do this:
step1Choose the starting image and edit the clip into the timeline. Press Option and make a connected copy of the clip by dragging it up. The start and end points should match for syncing. In the Effects Browser, drag Blur > Gaussian Blur to apply the blur effect on the upper clip.
step2Open the Inspector pan and select Compositing from its bottom. Switch the Blend Mode to Lighten and adjust the Opacity slider as per your desired glow. Usually, 40 to 45% is ideal.
step3Now, go to the top of the Inspector and turn on the blue checkbox next to Gaussian. Adjust the blurring effect until you achieve your desired level of skin softening. It is highly recommended to blur using the horizontal setting to soften the skin while keeping the eyes sharp. Here, the glow is controlled by Opacity while skin softening is controlled by the Blue Amount.
For better results, add a Vignette by selecting and combining the two clips into a Compound Clip. From the Effects Browser, select Stylize > Vignette and adjust drag the vignette. Now, customize the compound clip settings in the Inspector pane until you achieve your desired look. Compare the results between two images before and after editing
Part 2: Where to Find Good Skin Smoother Plugins?
Plugins make it easy for beginners and users with limited expertise to add a skin smoother effect in Final Cut Pro X. You can find both free and paid skin smoother plugins for FCPX online. Given below are some popular skin smoothening plugins for Final Cut Pro X.
- Skin Smoother 2
Skin Smoother 2 is a powerful and easy-to-use plugin that allows you to smooth out unwanted skin details and enhance your facial appearance.
Price: $19.99 (One-time Charges)
Software Requirements: FCP 10.2 or later
Features:
- Enhanced control over facial adjustments with fine-tuning giving more natural results;
- Precise color sampling without a need to match up with present skin tones; and
- 3 to 5 times faster rendering.
- Color Finale
Color Finale is a user-friendly, fine-tuned, and fully-featured professional skin smoother plugin purpose bit for FCP.
Price: $152
Software Requirements: FCP 10.4.8 - 10.5.1
Features:
- Color wheels, curves, and LUT utilities;
- A complete professional color toolset for videographers, colorists, and editors; and
- Allows personal preference on the interface.
- Universe
A comprehensive FCP tool with 89 individual plugins to apply the next-generation skin smoothening and facial improvement effects.
Price: $199/year
Software Requirements: FCPX 10.5 or later
Features:
- Advanced transitions and effects and motion graphics tools;
- A variety of cool presents and text generators; and
- Number counters, chromatic aberration, VHS looks, camera shake, glitch effects.
Part 3: How to adopt Skin Smoothing Plugins into FCPX?
Follow these steps to use the Skin Smooth 2 Plugin for Final Cut Pro X:
- Purchase and download the Skin Smoother 2 plugin. Go to downloads, unzip the folder containing the plugin and install it on your computer.
- Open the FCPX, go to Effects, and click on Skin Smoother 2. A list of options will appear. Import the image or video you want to edit.
- To apply the skin-smoothing effect, click on Add Color Mask, and select the areas of the face where the color mask has to be added.
- Adjust the Skin Smoothing, Smoothing Mix, and the Softness of the color mask as per your requirements.
- Finally, click on Add Shape Mask, two circles will appear on the image. Adjust the covering area of both circles for Shape Mask 1 to add a smiling face.
Part 4: How to Smooth Skin in Filmora?
Wondershare Filmora features advanced tuning tools and a variety of video filters and overlays. Learn how to smooth skin or beautify your face in the video with this advanced video-editing software.
- Open Filmora, open New Project and click Import to load your videos to the timeline.
- Double click on the video to open the editing window. Open the Color panel and adjust parameters according to your preference such as white balance, tone, and 3D LUT, etc.
- Open the toolbar, click the Advanced Color Tuning icon, go to the advanced color tuning window, and adjust the white balance, color tint and temperature, HSL, 3D LUT, Vignette, and Light. If you are a beginner, try applying the present templates.
- To set a specific tone or beautify your video, open the Tools tab and click the Color Correction option to change the color tones.
- Open Effects and Transitions and select the skin smooth filter. Hover the cursor over the filter and click the plus icon in the middle to add that effect. You can also apply the effect to the whole clip by dragging and dropping it directly onto the video clip.
Part 5: How to smooth skin in Adobe Pro?
Given below are simple steps to create a face matter, control the skin smoothing, adjust color correction, and correct the skin glow in Adobe Pro by using the Beauty Studio Effect:
- Applying the Beauty Studio effect smoothens all parts of the image including the background. However, it will make your footage look artificial, which is not desired. Hence, turn on the Pixel Chooser, pick two colors with the eye dropper tool. Color A for the darker area and Color B for the lighter area.
- Underneath the Mocha Matte, use the eyedropper tool to select colors on the skin of the subject in your footage.
- Now, click on View Matte/Mask to visualize the image areas where you are applying the skin smoothing effect. The Beauty Studio will affect the smoothing effect in the white area while the black area will remain unsmoothed.
- Adjust the Saturation, Hue, and Luma softness to enhance the appearance of the skin, eyes, and mouth.
- To prevent the rest of the image from getting affected, create a Mocha mask around the face by clicking on the Mocha logo and drawing a mask with the X-Spline tool. Make sure the mask moves as the subject is moved after your track forward and back.
- Beauty Studio offers four levels of skin smoothing. You can adjust these levels as per your situation by lowering the smoothing amount for each level. For better results, adjust the levels at 70 or below.
- For the final touch, adjust the sharpening between 10-20 points, add saturation between 3 to 8 points for color correction, and add 5 to 10 points of glow. Your image is ready, compare the results before and after applying the effect.
Conclusion
Smooth skin with clear facial expressions attracts everyone. You can apply a skin smooth effect in your video by using advanced video editing tools like Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premium, and Wondershare Filmora.
There are two methods to add a skin smooth effect with FCPX: By using in-built software settings, or by using plugins like Skin Smoother 2, Color Finale, and Universe. Use Beauty Studio Effect in Adobe Pro to smooth skin and improve facial appearance. Finally, you can beautify the face in your video by adding transitions, making color adjustments, and applying different effects with Wondershare Filmora.
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