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Apply a slit-scan effect, free

Slit-scan photography exposes the film through a narrow slit while the subject or camera moves, so different parts of the frame record different moments. One image ends up containing a stretch of time rather than a single instant.

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This tool recreates the technique digitally, smearing bands across the frame to produce that stretched, liquid, time-warped distortion.

How to use it

  1. Open the slit-scan tool and load a photo or video.
  2. Set Depth for how far the smear travels.
  3. Adjust Bands to control how the frame is divided.
  4. Export at full resolution.

Tips

FAQ

What is slit-scan photography?

A technique where an image is recorded through a moving narrow slit, so different regions of the frame capture different moments in time, producing stretched distortion.

Does it work on video?

Yes — this tool supports both photos and video clips.

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