Quick aesthetics
Color Filters
Instant preset looks — Vintage, Vivid, monochrome, and more — with an intensity slider so the effect can be refined. The Asset Store offers 18 additional filter assets for more preset color choices.
Color Tools
Color Filters / Color Adjustment
One-tap presets or 11-parameter manual controls. Use alone or combine them for amazing color effects. Plus 18 additional filter assets available to download from the Asset Store.
Color Filters
- Instant preset looks
- 0–100% intensity slider
- 18 additional Filter assets on the Asset Store
Color Adjustment
- 11-parameter manual panel
- Quick reset
- Apply to all
What it does
Two tools for great color transformations
Use either tool, or combine both on the same clip for amazing results. Both are non-destructive and can be reset or removed at any time.
Precise control
Color Adjustment
An 11-parameter options panel for full control over Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Vibrance, Temperature, Highlights, Shadows, Gain, Gamma, Lift, and Hue. Adjustments can be reset or applied across all videos and images in a project.
- Filters: color presets with 0–100% intensity plus 18 more Filter assets available for download from the Asset Store
- Adjustment: 11 parameters — brightness, contrast, saturation, vibrance, temperature, highlights, shadows, gain, gamma, lift, and hue
- Reset all Adjustments
- Apply to all option for Filters and Adjustments
How to use
Two ways to color your videos and images
Start with a quick Filter preset, or go straight to manual Adjustment.
Part 1
4 steps · fastQuick aesthetics with Filter
- Step 1
Select your video or image
Tap a video or image on the Timeline. Then, tap Filter in the Tool Panel.
- Step 2
Browse Filters
Tap Vintage, Vivid, Mono, Cool, or Warm, then choose a preset.
- Step 3
Adjust intensity
Drag the intensity slider (0–100%) to control how strongly Filter is applied.
- Step 4
Apply consistently
Apply the same filter to all clips in a series for a consistent aesthetic.
Part 2
6 steps · precisePrecise control with Color Adjustment
- Step 1
Open Adjustment
Tap the video or image on the Timeline. Then, tap Adjustment in the Tool Panel.
- Step 2
Set base exposure
Adjust Brightness, Contrast, Gain, Gamma, and Lift to set overall luminance and tonal values.
- Step 3
Recover tonal range
Use Highlights and Shadows to pull back blown areas or lift crushed shadow detail.
- Step 4
Shape the color
Adjust Saturation, Vibrance, Hue, and Temperature to define the mood.
- Step 5
Reset
If you want to start over to find a different look, tap Reset to return all of the Adjustments to zero.
- Step 6
Apply to All
If you're going for consistency, Apply to all will set all videos and images in your project to the same values.
Use cases
Three ways creators use KineMaster's color tools
From channel branding to cinematic grades, match real editing workflows with Filter and Adjustment.
Consistent channel style
Apply the same Filter to every video and image in a project to build a recognizable visual aesthetic without manually changing each clip individually.
Cinematic color
Use Color Adjustment to pull down saturation, shift temperature toward cool blue, and raise contrast for a cinematic flat-to-grade look.
Apply a Filter & fine-tune
Apply a Vintage filter for a warm tone, then open Adjustment to boost contrast and correct any areas the filter affected. Try layering both tools for a polished result.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Filter and Adjustment.
What is the difference between Filter and Adjustment?
Filter applies a stylized color preset with an intensity slider. Adjustment gives manual control over 11 individual parameters. Both can be used on the same clip at the same time.
Which is best: Filter or Adjustment?
Filters are faster for a consistent look. Adjustment is better when you need to correct specific exposure or color issues, or build a precise custom aesthetic. Most editors use both: a Filter for the overall mood, and Adjustment to fine-tune.
Can I apply Filter or Adjustment from one clip to all others?
Yes. You can use the Apply to all button to apply your Filter or Adjustment to all other media in your project.
Are Filter and Adjustment non-destructive?
Yes. Both tools are applied on top of the original clip and can be reset or removed at any time.
Related features
Take your color work further
Pair Filter and Adjustment with these KineMaster tools for even more creative control.
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