Filestack Technical Glossary

Comprehensive reference for Filestack platform architecture and services

Image Transformations

Processing

Real-time image processing operations including resizing, cropping, filtering, format conversion, and enhancement effects applied via URL parameters.

Processing Capabilities

Image Transformations constitute the most extensive and mature capability set within the Processing Engine, offering a comprehensive toolkit for on-the-fly image manipulation.

Basic Operations

  • Resizing with multiple algorithms
  • Cropping (manual and intelligent)
  • Rotation and flipping
  • Format conversion

Advanced Features

  • Facial detection and smart cropping
  • Automated redaction with pixelation/blur
  • Collage creation from multiple images
  • Watermarking and overlay effects

Artistic Filters

  • Sepia tones, blur, pixelation
  • Vignettes and polaroid effects
  • Color adjustments and enhancement

📚 Filestack Documentation

Learn more about Image Transformations in the official Filestack documentation:

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