Upscale images

Make images clearer: online AI HD restoration and enhancement

Try HD Restoration for small images or images lacking detail. Results depend on source quality; keep the original file before generating.

Upscale images: illustrative workflow board
Raven AI · Upscale imagesIllustrative workflow
THREE SIMPLE STEPS

Upscale images How does it work?

Follow the steps from upload to download

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    Upload the original and choose HD Restoration.

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    Choose the output resolution you need, then start processing.

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    Compare before and after on the canvas, checking text, faces, and fine textures.

✳ Usage tips

Severely out-of-focus or missing information cannot be guaranteed to be accurately restored. Manually verify text in important documents.

After processing, view the current canvas in the editor, compare before and after, and download the result as needed.

Prompt example library View Upscale images — 10 prompt examples with source and result illustrations
ILLUSTRATED USER GUIDE

Upscale images Illustrated guide

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Before you start

Use the highest-quality original available and keep an unprocessed copy. HD Restoration can improve appearance, but cannot guarantee reconstruction of authentic details in blurry images.

01 Start with the original file

Upload the original and select HD Restoration. Repeatedly shared chat images, social media screenshots, and repeatedly compressed JPEGs usually lose more information. Use the original whenever available.

Try restoration when an image is small but still has clear edges. Increasing output resolution may not fix severe defocus, motion blur, or large obstructions.

HD Restoration interface with original image upload, model and resolution options, and the HD Restoration button
The current desktop interface. Open the screenshot to zoom in; controls may be positioned differently on mobile.

02 Choose resolution and optionally specify details to preserve

Choose an output resolution supported by the current model, confirm estimated credits, then click HD Restoration. A prompt is optional. For a specific focus, write: “Improve hair and clothing details; preserve the person’s facial features, original tones, and natural skin texture.”

Model, quality, and resolution all affect output. Viewing the canvas at 100% does not add source information, and blurry text cannot be promised accurate restoration.

03 Compare natural appearance as well as sharpness

Hold the Compare icon to compare the original and result, focusing on identity-defining facial features, eyes, hair, skin, and fine lines. High sharpness is not enough if skin looks plastic, facial features change, or edges develop halos.

Verify text on IDs, receipts, contracts, and serial numbers against reliable original records. Generated text is not factual evidence. If restoration changes key content, use a clearer original or reduce the requested processing.

Check this list when finished

  • Check that faces, product logos, and authentic textures are preserved.
  • Check for sharpening halos, repeated hair strands, artificial pores, or incorrect text.
  • Inspect the result at its intended use size, rather than only as a thumbnail.

How do I fix a problem?

The image is clearer, but the person looks different

Retry from the original and specify preserving facial features and skin tone. Avoid also requesting beautification or a style change.

The text is clearer, but spelled incorrectly

Do not infer the original text from the restored result. Confirm the content from original records, then use Edit Image Text to replace known text if needed.

PROMPT PLAYBOOK · 10 EXAMPLES

Upscale images: 10 practical prompts with before-and-after comparisons

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Each set includes 6 common work scenarios and 4 everyday or creative scenarios, extending the illustrated example's approach to product images, property listings, food and drink, event materials, and more. Follow Preparation to upload and select regions, then copy the relevant prompt ; replace the example subject and target content with your own assets.

High-resolution restoration infers missing details and cannot guarantee recovery of actual textures. Check text, product construction, and identifying features against the original file. Do not use it for evidence collection or precision measurement.

Restore illustration assets at higher resolution

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Source image illustrationResult illustration
Restore illustration assets at higher resolution AI tutorial comparison: left, A teal-haired character holding a white cup, with pixelation and blurry edges in the original image.; right, The same illustration with clearer lines and more visible hair strands and cup rim.
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Common work scenariosBefore displaying a low-resolution illustration at a larger size, compare the character's identity, fingers, and cup to ensure added clarity has not changed the character.

PreparationUpload the original low-resolution illustration. Avoid repeatedly enlarging, screenshotting, or sharpening it on your phone first.

Copyable prompt
Reduce pixelation and compression artifacts in this illustration of a teal-haired character holding a white cup. Make the line art, eyes, and hair strands clearer. Keep the same character, pose, clothes, cup, and composition. Do not redraw facial features or add accessories.

Check the resultZoom in and compare the eye shapes, fingers, and cup rim. AI-generated details may not match the original artwork's actual details.

Improve clarity in an architectural archive photo

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Improve clarity in an architectural archive photo AI tutorial comparison: left, A slightly blurry old brick house photo with compression noise.; right, The same old brick house photo with clearer, natural-looking brickwork and window frames.
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Common work scenariosImprove brick detail in an old building photo for large-screen display without inventing windows.

PreparationKeep the original photo for checking the building's structure.

Copyable prompt
Reduce compression noise in the old building photo and improve the clarity of brickwork and window frames. Keep the door and window counts, structure, tones, and camera angle. Do not invent text or decorations.

Check the resultDo not redesign the door and window counts or brick lines.

Restore edge detail in a main product image

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Source image illustrationResult illustration
Restore edge detail in a main product image AI tutorial comparison: left, A low-resolution product photo of a plain ceramic vase.; right, The same vase with clearer edges and a natural glaze, keeping the composition unchanged.
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Common work scenariosWhen enlarging a product thumbnail, check the outline and text first. AI-generated details are not product facts.

PreparationUse the original product image. Check the logo and small text manually.

Copyable prompt
Improve the ceramic vase's edges and glaze detail while reducing compression noise. Keep its shape, opening, color, and background. Do not add patterns or white sharpening halos.

Check the resultAn accurate product outline matters more than apparent sharpness.

Improve fabric texture in a swatch photo

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Improve fabric texture in a swatch photo AI tutorial comparison: left, A slightly low-resolution close-up of folds in beige linen.; right, The same linen with a clearer weave and unchanged fold positions.
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Common work scenariosMake the weave clearer in a fabric photo without generating repeated artificial texture.

PreparationChoose a photo where fabric details are still recognizable.

Copyable prompt
Improve detail and reduce compression artifacts in the linen photo. Keep the original weave direction, folds, and color. Avoid repeated grid patterns or excessive sharpening.

Check the resultDo not use inferred texture as evidence for material testing.

Bring out detail in a landscape photo

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Bring out detail in a landscape photo AI tutorial comparison: left, A landscape of distant mountains and forest with compression artifacts and blurry detail.; right, The same landscape with clearer mountains and trees and less sky noise.
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Everyday / creative scenariosImprove tree detail in a heavily compressed landscape without changing the mountain shapes.

PreparationUse the complete original landscape file.

Copyable prompt
Improve detail in the distant mountains and trees and reduce sky noise. Keep the mountain outlines, horizon, and original tones. Make the sky smooth and natural without adding trees or clouds.

Check the resultDetail enhancement should not change the mountain outlines.

Restore surface texture in a food menu photo

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Source image illustrationResult illustration
Restore surface texture in a food menu photo AI tutorial comparison: left, A loaf without sesame seeds on a wooden board, with blurry photo detail.; right, The same loaf with a clearer crust, unchanged score marks, and no added toppings.
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Common work scenariosClarify surface texture in a food photo without inventing toppings or ingredients.

PreparationUse the original food photo and avoid heavy filters.

Copyable prompt
Improve the bread crust's natural texture and photo clarity. Keep the bread's shape, number of score marks, and color. Reduce compression noise without adding sesame seeds or toppings.

Check the resultDo not exaggerate the crust texture or add sesame seeds.

Restore leaf detail in a potted plant photo

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Restore leaf detail in a potted plant photo AI tutorial comparison: left, A blurry, low-resolution photo of a monstera in a white pot.; right, The same monstera with clearer leaf edges and veins, keeping the leaf count and pot unchanged.
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Everyday / creative scenariosRestore blurry leaf edges in a plant photo, then check the number of leaves and their holes.

PreparationChoose a photo where the leaf veins are still discernible.

Copyable prompt
Improve the plant's leaf edges and visible veins. Keep the leaf shapes, holes, pot, and background. Do not add leaves or give them a plastic shine.

Check the resultCheck the leaf holes and where leaves connect to stems.

Reduce noise in a low-light property photo

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Reduce noise in a low-light property photo AI tutorial comparison: left, An evening living room photo with visible color noise and recognizable furniture outlines.; right, The same evening living room with less noise and natural-looking fabric and wood grain.
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Common work scenariosReduce heavy noise in a low-light interior photo while preserving fabric texture and wood grain.

PreparationUse the original low-light photo file. Avoid applying restoration repeatedly.

Copyable prompt
Reduce color noise in the low-light living room photo. Improve furniture edges while preserving wood grain and fabric texture. Keep the exposure mood and furniture layout, and avoid smoothing away all detail.

Check the resultNoise reduction should not smooth away the whole image or change the light fixtures.

Restore a close-up of small metal objects

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Restore a close-up of small metal objects AI tutorial comparison: left, Silver keys on a wooden table with slight blur and compression blocks.; right, The same keys with clearer edges and unchanged tooth shapes and positions.
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Everyday / creative scenariosImprove clarity in a key close-up, but do not use the tooth shapes for precise assessments.

PreparationUpload the original close-up with clearly recognizable overall shapes.

Copyable prompt
Improve the clarity of the silver keys and reflective metal edges. Keep the key teeth, key ring structure, and tabletop texture. Reduce compression blocks without changing the metal shapes.

Check the resultSmall structures may be inferred. Do not use the result for precise measurements.

Restore handmade pottery texture

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Source image illustrationResult illustration
Restore handmade pottery texture AI tutorial comparison: left, A handmade speckled ceramic bowl at low resolution, with a recognizable outline.; right, The same bowl with clearer detail, retaining its irregular rim and natural speckles.
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Everyday / creative scenariosEnlarge a handmade ceramic bowl for display without smoothing its authentic irregular rim.

PreparationUse a photo where the glaze and outline are still visible.

Copyable prompt
Improve the handmade ceramic bowl's clarity. Keep its original speckled glaze, irregular rim, and background. Reduce compression noise without turning its handmade texture into smooth plastic.

Check the resultDo not erase handmade imperfections or authentic texture.

WHEN TO USE IT

When to use it Upscale images?

Try HD Restoration for low-resolution old photos or compressed web images lacking detail. Use the highest-quality original available rather than a screenshot that has been repeatedly shared.

Enlarging an image does not restore authentic detail. AI may infer faces, ID text, and fine lines, so generated details should not be treated as reliable facts.

GOOD TO KNOW

FAQs before you start

Can blurry text be restored accurately?

There is no guarantee. Missing source detail can only be inferred. Manually verify important text in contracts, receipts, IDs, and similar documents.

Will the processed image always be clearer?

Results depend on source clarity and compression. Compare faces, edges, and textures, and choose the more natural result.

Go beyond the basic steps

Three teaching inputs: a blocky mouse image, a blurred plant and a scratched old portrait
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