How to Fix Pixelated Graphics in Photoshop
Do you have a low-resolution graphic that’s extremely blurry or pixelated, and you want to sharpen it?
![Before sharpening: blurry image](https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/sharpen-image-photoshop/hero.jpg)
Well, there’s a straightforward Photoshop technique for image sharpening that can help you transform a blurry and pixelated image into something sharper.
Step 1.
First, open your image in Photoshop, then navigate to Filter > Blur > Gaussian Blur.
![Photoshop Gaussian Blur menu](https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/sharpen-image-photoshop/go-to-Gaussian-Blur.jpg)
Step 2.
Apply some Gaussian Blur to the image, like this:
![Applying Gaussian Blur effect](https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/sharpen-image-photoshop/apply-Gaussian-Blur.jpg)
Step 3.
Next, go to Image > Adjustments > Levels.
![Photoshop Levels adjustment menu](https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/sharpen-image-photoshop/go-to-Levels.jpg)
Step 4.
In the Levels dialog box, slide both the left and right markers towards the center.
![Adjusting levels for sharpness](https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/sharpen-image-photoshop/adjust-Levels.jpg)
Step 5.
As you move them, you’ll notice the image gradually becomes sharper.
![Final sharper image result](https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/sharpen-image-photoshop/final-output.jpg)
Do note that this method is most effective with two-tone graphics where there’s a clear color distinction between the object and the background.