Want to give your social media posts a beautiful new look?
Whether you’re editing photos, videos, or carousels, Preview makes it easy to apply gorgeous filters in one tap.
From bright and natural to warm, vintage or moody, there’s a filter for every aesthetic.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to:
How to Apply a Filter in Preview App
Applying a filter in Preview only takes a few seconds.
Here’s how:
- Upload your photo, video, or carousel.
- Open the Editor.
- Tap on your post.
- Tap Filters.
- Choose your favorite filter.
Done! ✨
Now that your filter is applied, here are a few extra tips to help you edit even faster. In the images below, we’ll show you how to:
- Adjust the filter intensity
- Save your favorite filters
- Preview your feed before posting
- Schedule your post
- Save or share your post
Customize Your Filter
Every filter is designed to look great with one tap.
But every photo is different. Sometimes you might want to make it a little warmer, brighten it up, or adjust one specific color. That’s easy to do too.
Just:
- Open Edit.
- Make any changes you like.
Some of the tools you’ll probably use most are:
- Basic – Adjust brightness, exposure, contrast, warmth, saturation, and more.
- HSL – Change the hue, saturation, or luminance of individual colors. It’s perfect if you want to make the sky bluer, your greenery richer, or soften certain colors.
Sometimes, a small adjustment is all it takes.
Need Some Inspiration?
Not sure which filter to choose?
Preview comes with filter packs for almost every style. Whether you like bright and natural edits or warm vintage tones, there’s something for everyone.
Here are a few of our favorites.
Film Filters
Love that classic film look?
Try these filter packs in Preview App:
- Film
- Journal
- Disposable
- Faded Film
- Polaroid
- Digicam
Natural Filters
For bright, clean edits that still look natural.
Beige Filters
Soft, warm, and timeless.
Perfect if you love neutral tones and a calm, clean aesthetic.
Brown Filters
Rich, earthy, and cozy.
These filters add warmth and depth to your photos.
Pastel Filters
Light, soft, and dreamy.
Great for creating a bright, airy or kawaii feed.
Minimalist Filters
Clean, modern, and elegant.
Perfect if you love a simple, premium-looking feed.
Colorful Filters
Make your colors pop while keeping your photos balanced and natural.
Moody Filters
For darker tones, rich colors, and a little extra drama.
Have Fun!
The best part about filters is experimenting until you find a style that feels like you.
So have fun exploring different looks and creating a feed you love.
Don’t forget to tag us @preview.app on Instagram – we’d love to see what you create (and even feature you on our account!)
Happy editing! ✨
