Applying Filters and Effects > Using filters
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Using filters


Filters let you apply special effects to your images, such as impressionistic or mosaic effects, lighting effects, and distortions. You can also create your own effects using the Custom filter, or you can install plug-in filters sold by non-Adobe software developers.

Filters appear in the Filters palette and in the Filter menu. Keep in mind the following guidelines when selecting a filter:
  • Filters are applied to the active, visible layer.
  • Filters cannot be applied to Bitmap-mode or indexed-color images.
  • The last filter applied appears at the top of the Filter menu.

    • Applying Filters and Effects > Using filters

    Related subtopics:

    Using the Filters palette
    Previewing and applying filters
    Loading images and textures
    Defining undistorted areas
    Using texture and glass surface controls