Apply image filters

Last updated on Feb 12, 2026

Learn how to enhance your images by applying filters in the Adobe Express Photos app on Windows.

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Follow along with any project to learn how to apply filters to an image.

On the Adobe Express Photos Home, select Open image or Capture screenshot.

To capture a screenshot, drag the cursor to highlight the area you want.

On the top panel, select Edit.

Select Effects and then select View all to browse filters in the Filters section.

The image shows the Filters panel on the left. Select a filter from the list of multiple filters to enhance your image.
Apply the filter from the Basic, Charm, B&W, Portrait, Nature, Pop Color, and Duo Tone sections.

Adjust the Intensity slider for fine-tuning the applied filter effect.

Select Save to apply changes to the original image.   

To download a copy, select Save > Save as, and select a location on your device.