blendtype

Blendtype refers to a method of combining or mixing different elements, particularly in the context of digital graphics, animation, or design. It describes how the colors and opacities of different layers or objects interact with each other to create a final visual output.

Common blendtypes include 'normal', where the upper layer simply covers the lower layer. 'Multiply' darkens the image by multiplying the color values. 'Screen' lightens the image by inverting and multiplying the color values, then inverting again. 'Overlay' combines multiply and screen, creating a more dynamic contrast. Other blendtypes like 'add', 'difference', and various 'color' or 'hue' modes allow for specific artistic effects by manipulating color channels in different ways.

The choice of blendtype significantly impacts the final appearance of an image or animation, allowing designers to achieve a wide range of visual styles, from subtle transparencies to dramatic color transformations. Understanding blendtypes is fundamental for anyone working with layered digital content.