Pixelate

About

A comprehensive Python application for converting images into pixel art with various algorithms, color palettes, and effects. Supports both command-line and GUI interfaces.

Features

Core Functionality

• Multiple Pixelation Algorithms

  • Nearest Neighbor (simple and fast)
  • Bilinear (smoother downsampling)
  • Lanczos (high-quality downsampling)
  • Edge Preserving (maintains important boundaries)
  • Super Pixel (groups similar pixels)
  • Adaptive (variable pixelation based on image complexity)

• Color Palette Support

  • Predefined palettes (Game Boy, NES, C64, CGA, Monochrome)
  • Custom palette loading from JSON files
  • Optional dithering for smooth color transitions
  • Palette extraction from images

• Image Filters & Effects

  • Basic adjustments (contrast, brightness, saturation)
  • Artistic effects (sepia, emboss, solarize)
  • Retro effects (scan lines, chromatic aberration, CRT simulation)
  • Noise and blur filters
  • Edge detection and enhancement

• Batch Processing

  • Process multiple images at once
  • Customizable file patterns
  • Progress tracking and error handling

• Live Preview

  • Real-time preview in GUI
  • Non-destructive editing
  • Easy comparison with original

Interface Options

• Command Line Interface (CLI) - Fast and scriptable
• Graphical User Interface (GUI) - User-friendly with live preview