Apply Swirl Distortion
How to Apply Swirl Distortion
- 1. Upload Photo: Select a JPG, PNG, or WebP image.
- 2. Set Angle: Choose swirl rotation angle (0-360°).
- 3. Set Radius: Control swirl area size (10-100%).
- 4. Download: Save your swirled image.
Swirl Distortion Benefits
Vortex Effects
Create dramatic twisting effects.
Customizable
Control angle and radius separately.
Creative Effects
Transform images artistically.
100% Free
No registration or payment needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What angle should I use?
45-90° for balanced swirl. Higher for more intense.
What radius works best?
50% covers center. Higher includes more area.
Works on all images?
The upload control supports JPG, PNG, and WebP images.
Can I use commercially?
Yes, swirl images can be used commercially.
Is data private?
The visual effect is processed in your browser. When you choose Download, the processed JPEG is sent through the download-result service so the download page can be prepared.
Smooth distortion?
Yes, smooth vortex transformation.
How swirl distortion changes an image
The Swirl Distortion tool remaps pixels around the center of the image. The angle controls the amount of rotation, while the radius determines how much of the image participates in the transformation. Pixels farther from the affected center receive progressively less distortion.
Browser-based image processing
The visual transformation is performed with browser canvas processing. The uploaded image is drawn to a canvas and the selected effect is applied before the result is prepared for download.
JPEG output
The processed canvas is encoded as a JPEG for download. The downloaded file is JPEG encoded, so its compression characteristics can differ from those of the original uploaded image.
Choosing an image for this effect
JPG, PNG, and WebP images are supported by the upload control. The appearance of the effect depends on the colors, contrast, details, and composition of the source image. Try different settings when available to find a result that suits the image.
What happens to image dimensions?
The processing canvas uses the loaded image width and height. The effect changes the visual pixel content rather than acting as an image resizing tool.
Tips for better effect results
- Start with a clear source image at a useful resolution.
- Use the available control gradually instead of assuming the maximum setting will look best.
- Compare the processed preview with the source before downloading.
- Remember that the final downloaded file is JPEG output.