Have you ever taken a fantastic photo, but just wanted to add a bit more pizazz? Maybe you need to adjust the size to fit it perfectly on your social media accounts. Well, worry not! Photobucket's built-in Image Editor is here to help!
This guide applies to editing photos in both My Bucket and Group Buckets.
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Other Tools: Focus, Frames, Overlays, Text, Stickers, Brush
Accessing the Image Editor
To utilize the image editor:
- Hover over the image you want to edit.
- Click the checkmark at the top left of the image.
- Click
in the toolbar at the top right of your screen.
You can also access this area while viewing an image and selecting from the toolbar.
Once the editor opens, the editing tools will be located on the left side of your screen.
Tip: Hover over an icon to see its name and click the icon to use that specific tool.
Undoing & Saving
Undoing edits
Made a mistake? No problem! Click the Undo button at the top left to revert your changes.
Saving Your Work
Finished editing? Click the Export button at the top right of your screen to save your image. The edited version will be saved as a copy in the same album as the original.
Transform
Rotate
Mirroring: Use the icons resembling squares (below your image, left side) to flip the image horizontally or vertically.
Rotating: Use the left and right rotating icons (below your image, right side) to turn your image 90 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise.
Fine-Tuning Rotation: For more precise adjustments, use the rotation slider below your image. This lets you rotate in degree intervals (up to 45 degrees).
Crop
Cropping is perfect for highlighting a specific area or adjusting the size for social media.
To crop your photos, click the Transform icon. This icon is the second one on the right side of the editor, under the library icon.
There are several ways to crop your images:
- Click and drag: Just click on the corner of the area you want to keep and drag it inwards to select the portion you want. You can also use the small arrows in the corners of the image to adjust the selection.
- Use a preset: We also have preset cropping options specifically for popular social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. These will automatically adjust the size of your image for a perfect fit.
- Edit the pixels: Want to crop your image to a specific size in pixels? No problem! Under the Crop Size section, you'll see numbers for width (W) and height (H). Just click on those numbers and enter the exact pixel dimensions you want for your final image.
The final size will be displayed in the center, with darker areas representing what will be cropped out.
Filters
Want to add a little extra something special to your photos? That's where filters come in! Photobucket's Image Editor has a collection of filters you can use to change the look and feel of your photo.
To add filters to your photos, click on the Filters icon. This is the third icon on the right side of your editor.
Each category groups related filters together (Duotone, Black & White, Vintage, etc.) for easy browsing. Click on a category to see all the filter options within that group.
Like to filter a lot (or a little)? The Filter Intensity bar right above the categories lets you control how strongly the effect is applied. Slide it to the right for a more dramatic change, or keep it to the left for a subtler touch.
Adjust
Want to adjust your images somehow? We have you covered!
- Brightness: Lighten or darken your entire image.
- Contrast: Boost the difference between light and dark areas for a more dramatic look, or reduce contrast for a softer effect.
- Saturation: Make the colors more vivid or mute them down for a vintage feel.
- Gamma: Fine-tune the overall brightness for a balanced look, especially in areas that appear too bright or too dark.
- Clarity: Sharpen the image for crisper details, while also adjusting the color vibrancy for a more impactful look.
- Shadows: Adjust the details and visibility in the darker areas of your image.
- Highlights: Brighten specific areas to draw attention or reduce highlights for a more balanced look.
- Exposure: Control the overall amount of light captured in the image. This can be helpful for correcting photos that are too bright or too dark.
- Blacks & Whites: Fine-tune the balance of black and white tones independently, giving you more control over the overall image contrast.
- Temperature: Adjust the color cast of your image. A lower temperature adds a cool, blueish tint, while a higher temperature adds a warm, yellowish tint.
- Sharpness: Sharpen the edges in your photo for a crisper, more defined look. This is especially useful for counteracting blurriness.
Adjust sharpness, colors, and saturation by simply sliding the slider!
Other Tools
Beyond cropping and filters, the Photobucket Image Editor offers a toolbox for all your creative needs:
Focus
Want to draw attention to a specific part of your photo? Simply adjust the slider to blur the background and make your subject stand out!
Frames
Add a decorative touch to your photos with a variety of frames. Just pick your favorite frame to accent your photo!
Overlays
Overlays are like digital stencils that you can layer on top of your photo to create unique effects. Photobucket offers a variety of overlays, such as light leaks, textures, and grunge effects. Experiment with different overlays to find the perfect look for your photo!
Text
Add a personalized touch with captions, quotes, or watermarks by using the text tool.
Clicking on the Text tool will make a text box pop up on your image. Double-click the text box to type, then choose your font, color, and opacity (transparency). You can even rotate and resize your text for perfect placement.
Stickers
Spice up your photos with a variety of fun and decorative stickers. Select a sticker, then resize, rotate, or flip it horizontally or vertically. Don't like it? Just click the trash can icon to remove it!
Brush
Feeling artistic? This tool lets you choose your brush color and size and then paint directly on your image.
The image editor is supported on the following browsers:
- Chrome (Minimal Supported Version: 43)
- Firefox (Minimal Supported Version: 52)
- Safari (Minimal Supported Version: 10)
- Microsoft Edge (Minimal Supported Version: 14)
- Opera (Minimal Supported Version: 47)
- UC Browser (Minimal Supported Version: 11)
- DuckDuckGo (Minimal Supported Version: 4)
- Facebook Android Browser (Minimal Supported Version: 257)
- Chrome Mobile WebView Android (Minimal Supported Version: 43)