2.6. Pixelise
| 2. Blur Filters |

### 2.6. Pixelise

#### 2.6.1. Overview

Figure 16.16. Example for the “Pixelize” filter

Original

Blur applied

The Pixelize filter renders the image using large color blocks. It is very similar to the effect seen on television when obscuring a criminal during trial. It is used for the “Abraham Lincoln effect”: see [BACH04].

#### 2.6.2. Activate the filter

You can find this filter in the image menu through Filters → Blur → Pixelise

#### 2.6.3. Options

Figure 16.17. “Pixelize” filter options

Pixel Width

  Here you can set the desired width of the blocks.

Pixel Height

  Here you can set the height of the blocks.

Chain Button

  If the chain is broken, you can set width and height separately. Otherwise, they are linked.

Unit Input Box

  Here you can select the unit of measure for height and width.

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