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Toning

ACES tone mapping for HDR compression

Toning effect example

What It Does

Industry-standard tone mapping that converts high dynamic range (HDR) image data into displayable range while preserving color and tonality.

How It Affects Your Image

  • Compresses HDR highlights naturally
  • Maintains color accuracy
  • Creates smooth, gradual roll-off in highlights
  • Used in professional film production

Parameters

Toning Strength

0-100%

How much tone compression to apply (lower = more punch in brights)

Pro Tip

This is the secret sauce used in Hollywood productions. 70% is a good balance between dynamic range and punch.

Best For

High-contrast scenes
Professional results
HDR handling

Coming Soon to iOS

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