Quick Guide: How to Use the Glitch Effect in PhotoDirector
Five steps to glitch the background and keep the person clean.
Updated Oct. 24, 2026 · 1 min read
Steps
1Pick a template
Click one of the eight templates under Step 1 to apply it to your photo.
2Set the shift and fade
Drag H shift and V shift to move the color layers, and drag Fade to the right to soften the effect.
3Keep the subject clear
Click Auto under Select a brush to bring the person back to their original colors and keep the glitch on the background.
4Compare before and after
Click the side-by-side view button at the bottom left of the canvas to see Before and After next to each other.
5Export the photo
Click Export at the top of the window to save the photo.
We tested these steps in PhotoDirector 365 version 18.0.10 on Windows.
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