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Restoring Memories: How to Enhance and Fix Old Family Photos

Restoring Memories: How to Enhance and Fix Old Family Photos
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We all have shoeboxes filled with old family photos. Over time, these prints fade, get scratched, or suffer from the limitations of old cameras (blurriness).

Digitizing them is the first step, but how do you make them look good on modern screens? You can perform a DIY digital restoration using our suite of tools.

The Restoration Workflow

Step 1: Sharpen with AI Upscaler

Old scans are often low resolution.
  • Upload your scan to the AI Image Upscaler.
  • Choose 4x. The AI will not only increase the size but also reduce noise and sharpen facial details.

Step 2: Clean Up Scratches

If the photo has dust spots, creases, or scratches:
  • Open the AI Object Remover.
  • Carefully paint over the cracks or scratches. The AI will fill them in with the surrounding texture (skin, clothes, or background).

Step 3: Frame It

Use the Image Cropper to remove the rough white borders of the scanned paper.

By combining these tools, you can preserve your family history in high definition for future generations.

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