Gaussian Blur

The Gaussian Blur live effect simulates looking at an object through an out-of-focus lens. Edges are softened using a mathematical formula based on the Radius setting in the Gaussian Blur dialog box. The larger the Radius setting, the more blurry the objects or images will become.

Applying Gaussian Blur to three objects:
a bitmapped image, a rectangle with a gradient, and a text object.
The original objects (above) and the blurred objects (below).

For more information about how to apply live effects, see Live effects.