# Effect Touch Lite

> Photo editor for applying selective visual effects with brush tools. (iPhone/iPad app by Voxeloid Kft..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/effect-touch-lite/id328198730 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Voxeloid Kft.](https://appshunter.io/developer/307013528)
- Category: Photo & Video, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 122 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-09-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/effect-touch-lite/id328198730/reviews.md

## What is Effect Touch Lite?

This application lets you quickly and easily apply all kind of different effects to any parts of your picture. Just select one of the many effects available, and you can start adding or removing the effect with your fingers, just like finger-painting. In addition to the many effects with adjustable parameters, you can also change the properties of the brush you are using, giving you complete control over the modifications.

Effect Touch does not have a limit on the image size, all effect will be processed with the original resolution of your picture, keeping it just as sharp as it was before. (it is even posssible to open pictures wider than 1024 pixels, however it may be somewhat slower) 

The available effects are: 
- brightess 
- contrast 
- monochrome (desaturation), with selectable tint color 
- blur (also horizontal or vertical) 
- inverted (you can select or deselect color components) 
- hue and saturation adjustment 
- posterize 
- pixelate 
- solid color (basically the classic finger painting) 
- (and a lot more in the full version)

In addition you can change the size, softness and opacity of the brush! 

Cropping, rotating and downscaling the picture are also supported.

With this lite version you can only save pictures not bigger than 300*200 pixels.

## Key features

- Selective effect application
- Adjustable brush size, softness, opacity
- Multiple visual effects (brightness, blur, etc.)
- Original resolution processing
- Cropping and rotation

## What do users think of Effect Touch Lite?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🎨 Powerful photo editing effects and filters
- 👍 User-friendly and intuitive interface
- 💰 Free lite version available
- 🎯 Selective effect application with brush tool
- ✨ Color control with subtlety and precision
- 📱 No annoying ads
- 🔧 Diverse editing capabilities in one app
- ⚡ Quick and easy to learn

**Cons**

- 💾 Cannot save full-resolution photos in lite version
- 📉 Forced downscaling reduces image quality
- 🐛 App crashes when rejecting downscale prompts
- ❌ Limited to 320x240 resolution saves
- 🚫 Cannot save images over 300 pixels
- ⚠️ Compatibility issues with older devices
- 🔄 Previous edits persist after closing app
- 😕 Confusing save functionality
- 🎯 Difficult rotation precision controls
- 📱 App won't load on some devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App displays grey screen on second generation iPad
- App crashes when rejecting downscale requests
- Save function fails even after downscaling
- App won't load properly
- Screenshot workaround required for saving
- Cannot remove previously loaded images
- Downscaling causes image quality degradation
- Inconsistent save functionality across devices

**Most requested features**

- Undo button functionality
- Full-resolution saving in lite version
- Automatic downscaling on save
- Zoom feature for precise editing
- Sharpen tool
- Ability to clear previous session data
- Better rotation controls
- Direct photo capture instead of upload only
- More effects and filters

## Recent user reviews (10 of 122)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/effect-touch-lite/id328198730/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2022-06-20*

Even 7 years later this app makes photos so much better

### 4/5 — I like this

*2016-08-26*

My pictures come out cleaner and brighter than before 👍

### 3/5 — I don't know

*2016-01-25*

The app asks for a review the first time I owned it. I didn't have a chance to actually use it yet so I honestly can't say. I will come back and redo after I actually use the app.

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2015-06-23, version 2.0.2*

This is a great app, I definitely recommend this app. Also this app has no annoying ads👍

### 3/5 — Before version is better

*2015-04-17*

It is difficult to adjust the
 color in this version.

### 4/5 — 使い慣れれば!!👍👍👍

*2015-02-11*

使い慣れればいいと思います！！
自分がしたい色になるまでちょっと難しいけど機能が多くて気に入ってます！！

### 1/5 — Doesn't open

*2015-01-22, version 2.0*

I have a second gen. iPad and this app just shows a grey screen.  :0(

### 5/5 — Wow

*2014-08-27*

I very rarely give an app 5 stars and I felt to be fair I needed to give this one 5. 
I searched for an app that would pixelate and this is the one. It does more but that was all I was looking for.

### 5/5 — Unique & wonderful!

*2014-05-03*

Haven't found any other app with the ability to alter colours with as much control and subtlety as this. Simple to use and neatly designed - a great creative tool - get the full version for best resolution!

### 3/5 — Amazing editing app.

*2014-02-14*

Honestly, this app is phenomenal. It's balance of simplicity and diversity of what it can accomplish is perfect. However, a photo editing app is no good if it cannot export an image in the same size and quality in which it was imported. If that were to be fixed, this app would be hands-down flawless.

## Frequently asked questions about Effect Touch Lite

### What does Effect Touch Lite do?

Effect Touch Lite allows you to apply various visual effects to specific parts of your pictures. You can select an effect and then use your finger to 'paint' it onto the desired areas of your image, similar to finger-painting. It offers granular control over brush properties and effect parameters.

### What are the key features of Effect Touch Lite?

Key features include the ability to selectively apply effects like brightness, contrast, monochrome, blur, and more. You can also adjust brush properties such as size, softness, and opacity. The app processes effects at the original image resolution and supports basic editing functions like cropping and rotation.

### Is Effect Touch Lite free to use?

Yes, Effect Touch Lite is a free application. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted editing experience.

### What are the limitations of the Lite version?

The primary limitation of the Lite version is the save resolution. You can only save pictures that are not larger than 300x200 pixels. For larger image sizes, you would need to consider the full version of the application.

### What kind of effects can I apply?

The Lite version offers a range of effects including brightness, contrast, monochrome (with tint color), blur (including directional), inverted colors, hue and saturation adjustment, posterize, pixelate, and solid color painting. More effects are available in the full version.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.3 — 2015-09-15

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

bugfix for the app complaining about too large pictures and a few minor adjustments

### 2.0.2 — 2015-04-24

fixing things that broke with iOS 8.3

### 2.0 — 2013-06-21

- revised UI, properly adapted for 4-inch screens 
- brush size is now relative to screen, independent of zoom (optional, can be switched back) 
- other minor improvements, bugfixes

### 1.6.2 — 2011-12-04

- bugfix for some problems on older devices (1., 2. gen)
- bugfix for landscape mode

### 1.6.1 — 2011-11-28

bugfixes, minor changes

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All apps by Voxeloid Kft.: https://appshunter.io/developer/307013528

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