Effects > Blur > Gaussian Blur |
![](Help/Icons/blur.png) | Gaussian Blur |
The Gaussian Blur filter allows you to soften the look of an image. Gaussian refers to the bell-shaped curve that is generated when the program applies a weighted average to the pixels. The Gaussian Blur filter adds low-frequency detail and can produce a hazy effect. |
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1. | Do one of the following: |
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![](Help/Images/bullet.png) | | Choose Effects > Blur > Gaussian Blur |
![](Help/Images/bullet.png) | | Click the Gaussian Blur button | ![](Help/Icons/blur.png) | |
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2. | Use the following options: |
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![](Help/Images/trackbar.png) | | Radius (px) |
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Determines the number of pixels surrounding the pixel that affect the blurring. The greater the value, the more obvious the blurring.
Min = 5, Max = 500, Default = 8.
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Using Preview Windows | Favorites and History | ![](Help/Images/transgif1x1.gif) |
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