DitherFlow UI Introduction

The DitherFlow interface is divided into several key areas:

1. Title and Menu bar

Title bar indicates the current version and the file name being processed. Menu bar contains the options to perform actions such as import/export, customizations etc.

2. Dual-View Comparison

The center of the application features two main viewports:

• Original View: Displays your source media.
• Dithered View: Provides a real-time preview of the applied dithering algorithms and effects.

3. Adjustment Controls

A comprehensive suite of sliders allows you to fine-tune your media before and during the dithering process:

• Brightness & Contrast: Basic exposure adjustments.
• Midtones & Highlights: Granular control over specific tonal ranges.
• Threshold: Controls the cutoff point for 1-bit dithering.
• Scale & Depth: Adjust the resolution and bit-depth of the output.

4. Algorithm & Palette Selection

• Algorithm Dropdown: Choose from a wide variety of dithering methods, including Error Diffusion (Floyd-Steinberg, Atkinson), Ordered Dithering (Bayer), and artistic "Blue Noise" or "CRT" effects.
• Palette Dropdown: Select from built-in classic palettes (GameBoy, CGA, NES) or load your own custom color sets.

5. Specialized Docks

• Special Effects: Add post-processing filters like grain, blur, or sharpening.
• Presets: Save your favorite configurations or import community presets to speed up your workflow.

Key Features

• High-DPI Support: Crisp rendering on macOS and high-resolution displays.
• Real-time Feedback: Most adjustments reflect instantly in the Dithered View.
• Flexible Navigation: Use Ctrl + Scroll to zoom or the "Fit" buttons to quickly reset your view.
• Interactive Labels: Click on any slider value to type in a precise number.