Sharpen FAQ: halos, noise, and old photos
White edges, more noise after sharpening, and whether old photos benefit from non-AI clarity tools.
Halos usually mean the amount is too high — try Soft or Balanced.
Raise pre-smooth or lower amount if noise blooms.
Soft, faded scans may look better; scratches and facial blur need restoration tools beyond sharpening.
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