# Image Processing Layer

Visual effects applied to image elements in Xiaohongshu infographics.

## AI Cutout (抠图)

Subject extraction styles for product/figure isolation.

| Name | Description | Use Case |
|------|-------------|----------|
| clean | Sharp edges, precise boundaries | Product photography, tech items |
| soft | Soft transition, feathered edges | Portrait cutout, organic subjects |
| stylized | Hand-drawn edge treatment | Artistic compositions |

## Stroke Effects (描边)

Border treatments for cutout elements.

| Name | Description | Use Case |
|------|-------------|----------|
| white-solid | White solid line border | Classic sticker feel, high contrast |
| colored-solid | Colored solid line border | Playful vibe, brand colors |
| dashed | Dashed/dotted border | Handmade aesthetic, casual |
| double | Double-layer stroke | Emphasis effect, premium feel |
| glow | Soft outer glow | Dreamy, soft aesthetic |
| shadow | Drop shadow effect | Depth, floating element |

**Stroke Width Guidelines**:
- Thin: 2-4px - Subtle, elegant
- Medium: 5-8px - Standard visibility
- Thick: 10-15px - Bold emphasis

## Filters (滤镜)

Color grading and mood presets popular on XHS.

| Name | Chinese | Description | Mood |
|------|---------|-------------|------|
| clear-glow | 清透感 | Transparent, radiant, luminous | Fresh, youthful |
| film-grain | 胶片感 | Vintage film aesthetic, grain texture | Nostalgic, artistic |
| cream-skin | 奶油肌 | Smooth, creamy complexion tones | Soft, flattering |
| japanese-magazine | 日杂感 | Lifestyle magazine aesthetic | Curated, aspirational |
| high-saturation | 高饱和 | Vibrant, punchy colors | Energetic, eye-catching |
| muted-tones | 莫兰迪 | Morandi-style desaturated palette | Sophisticated, calm |
| warm-tone | 暖色调 | Golden hour warmth | Cozy, inviting |
| cool-tone | 冷色调 | Blue-shifted coolness | Modern, clean |

## Texture Overlays

Additional texture effects.

| Name | Description | Use Case |
|------|-------------|----------|
| paper | Paper or fabric texture | Handmade feel |
| noise | Fine grain noise | Analog aesthetic |
| halftone | Dot pattern | Retro print style |
| scratch | Light scratch marks | Vintage wear |

## Blending Modes

For layered compositions.

| Mode | Effect | Use Case |
|------|--------|----------|
| multiply | Darken, merge | Shadow effects |
| screen | Lighten, glow | Light effects |
| overlay | Contrast boost | Vibrant compositions |
| soft-light | Subtle blending | Natural layering |

## Effect Combinations

Common effect stacks for different styles:

### Cute Style
- Filter: clear-glow or cream-skin
- Stroke: white-solid (medium)
- Texture: none

### Notion Style
- Filter: none or muted-tones
- Stroke: white-solid (thin) or none
- Texture: paper (subtle)

### Retro Style
- Filter: film-grain
- Stroke: double or dashed
- Texture: halftone, scratch

### Bold Style
- Filter: high-saturation
- Stroke: colored-solid (thick)
- Texture: none
