Convert an Image to Black and White
Convert a photo to black and white, from a subtle desaturation to full grayscale.
Upload an image to convert: drop a file here, click to browse, or paste
SVG, JPG, JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP, AVIF, HEIC, and HEIF
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How to make an image black and white
- Upload a photo or graphic.
- Drag the Amount slider. 100% is full grayscale; lower values keep some color.
- Download as PNG, JPG, WebP or SVG.
Tips
- 60 to 80% mutes a busy background and keeps skin tones.
- For a photographed document, use 100%, then raise brightness and contrast in the filters tool for a scanned look.
FAQ
Can I make an image partially black and white?
Yes. Values below 100% keep some of the original color.
Does converting to black and white make the file smaller?
Often. Grayscale JPG and WebP files compress better because there is less color information.
Will a black and white image print better?
More predictably. You control the gray tones instead of the printer driver.
Can I get the color back after downloading?
No. Keep your color original and convert a copy.
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