Smudge Tool Online
Smear colors like a finger in wet paint.
Drop an image here
or choose files from your device
You can also paste an image with Ctrl+V
JPG, PNG, WebP, AVIF, HEIC, GIF · up to 100 MB
Your images are processed locally in your browser and are not uploaded.
The smudge brush picks up the colors under it and drags them along your stroke. Use it to soften hard edges, blend skin tones, smooth a background or create painterly effects. A small brush with low strength gives subtle retouching; a big brush with high strength makes bold streaks. Every stroke can be undone.
How to smudge a photo
- Step 1
Add a picture.
- Step 2
Set the brush size and strength.
- Step 3
Drag over the picture, then download it.
Why use PhotoTools
Like real paint
Colors are carried along the stroke.
Fine control
Brush size and strength, undo and redo.
Private
Works in your browser.
Supported formats
Input
- JPG
- PNG
- WebP
- AVIF
- HEIC
Output
- JPG
- PNG
- WebP
- AVIF
Frequently asked questions
How is smudging different from blurring?
Blur mixes pixels evenly around each point; smudge moves colors in the direction you drag, so it can pull and stretch details.
How do I retouch small flaws?
Use a small brush with low strength and short strokes from the clean area towards the flaw.
Is it free?
Yes. Browser tools on PhotoTools are free, unlimited and work without an account.
Are my images uploaded to a server?
No. This tool runs entirely in your browser using WebAssembly. Your images never leave your device, and nothing is stored.