Control dither in gradients

Pēdējo reizi atjaunināts 2025. gada 27. okt.

Learn how to use the Dither effect on gradient fills to reduce banding, create smoother transitions, and improve overall blend quality in your artwork.

Banding happens when colors between gradient stops don’t blend smoothly, creating visible steps. Dither works by converting the gradient into raster pixels and applying subtle noise. This smooths the transition between colors, minimizing banding and producing cleaner results in both digital and print artwork.

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Select an object with a gradient fill, or apply a gradient.

In the Gradient panel, select the Dither checkbox to apply the effect and smooth the gradient.

Gradient panel in Illustrator showing metal presets applied with dithering to a grayscale textured background.
Fix visible bands in gradients by applying dithering to your gradient selection.

Adjust gradient stops, opacity, or angle if needed.

Piezīme.
  • Dither works only with gradient fills.
  • To keep gradients editable, go to File > Export > Export As…, select the PDF format, and export your artwork with Preserve Illustrator Editing Capabilities selected.
  • Gradients added to CC Libraries don’t support Dither.
  • Dithered gradients follow the resolution set in Document Raster Effect Settings