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ND Gradient
Description
The ND or Neutral Density Gradient darkens only a portion of the image using a graduated transition between the darkened portion and the original image. It selectively adjusts brightness without affecting color balance. The most likely use for the ND Gradient would be to balance the difference between the sky and the ground.
Node Group
Tints.
Controls
Presets
To select a preset, choose one from the Presets tab.
F-Stop
Presets
Select one of the ND Gradient presets from the pop-up list.
Exposure
Darkens the image using F-Stops as the unit of measure.
Preserve Highlights
Preserves the white areas of the image.
Grad
Grad is the transition area between the darkened portion and the original image. Its direction, corners and size can be adjusted. Go to the Grad section of Common Node Controls to see how the Grad controls work.