How to work with Add Noise

E) Noise filters



42) How to work with Add Noise.

Applies random pixels to an image, simulating the effect of shooting pictures on high-speed film. The Add Noise filter can also be used to reduce banding in feathered selections or graduated fills or to give a more realistic look to heavily retouched areas.

Step 1

The selected area before applying the Add Noise filter.

Step 2

Options include noise distribution: Uniform distributes color values of noise using random numbers between 0 and plus or minus the specified value, for a subtle effect; Gaussian distributes color values of noise along a bell-shaped curve for a speckled effect. The Monochromatic option applies the filter to only the tonal elements in the image without changing the color.

Step 3

After applying the Add Noise filter.