🪞 Image Mirror Tool

Create stunning mirrored and symmetrical effects instantly

Upload an image to create mirror effects

Supports JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP

Understanding Image Mirror Effects

Image mirroring creates symmetrical patterns by flipping images across axes. It's used in art, design, photography, and digital media to create visually striking compositions.

Types of Mirror Effects

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Horizontal Mirror

Flips the image along the vertical axis. Left becomes right, creating a reflection like in a mirror.

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Vertical Mirror

Flips the image along the horizontal axis. Top becomes bottom, like a reflection in water.

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Double Mirror

Shows original and mirrored versions side by side. Useful for comparing before and after.

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Quad Mirror

Creates four symmetrical quadrants. Perfect for mandala-like patterns and abstract art.

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Kaleidoscope

Rotational symmetry with six segments. Creates intricate, repeating patterns.

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Water Reflection

Simulates a realistic water reflection with gradient fade. Perfect for landscape photos.

Practical Applications

Graphic Design

Create symmetrical logos, patterns, and backgrounds. Mirror effects help achieve perfect balance in designs.

Photography

Enhance photos by creating reflections, fixing orientation issues, or adding artistic effects.

Digital Art

Generate complex patterns and textures for digital paintings, illustrations, and textures.

Education

Teach concepts of symmetry, reflection, and geometry through visual examples.

Technical Details

Our image mirror tool uses HTML5 Canvas API to process images entirely in your browser. The process involves:

1

Canvas Transformation

Using ctx.scale() with negative values to flip the image coordinates.

2

Image Rendering

Drawing the image onto the canvas at calculated positions.

3

Blend Operations

Applying blend modes for advanced composite effects.

4

Export

Converting canvas to PNG format for download.

Creative Tips

For Best Results

  • • Use high-resolution images for crisp results
  • • Experiment with different mirror types
  • • Try blend modes for unique effects
  • • Adjust opacity for subtle blending

Ideal Image Types

  • • Portraits for symmetrical faces
  • • Architecture for geometric patterns
  • • Nature scenes for water reflections
  • • Abstract art for kaleidoscope effects

Privacy & Performance

All image processing happens in your browser using JavaScript Canvas API. Your images are never uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy. The tool works with images up to 8MB in size and processes them instantly on most modern devices.

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