Make images black and white with free filters.

Turn images into stunning black and white photos with Adobe Express. Edit photos for free with our desktop and mobile app.

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Convert images to black and white instantly to create standout content.

Adobe Express empowers you with professional quality editing tools that you can use on the go. Simply upload your image, apply a black and white filter, and save and share your project. If you find yourself short on ideas, explore the template library, loaded with thousands of trending examples to kickstart your creativity.

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How to make a black and white photo.

Upload your image.
Add images from your device or image libraries. Or, choose a stock photo from our free collections.
Apply a black and white filter.
Tap or click on your photo. Under the Filter effects, select the Grayscale option and watch your image transform to black and white. You can also use the Duotone filter for a more personalized edit.
Save and download.
Instantly download your black and white image to your device. Share it across your social channels or print it out. Adobe Express saves your designs, so you can always go back and make additional changes.

Make stunning edits with the black and white converter.

Tap or click on your image to open the Edit Image menu. Explore the Effects option to find dozens of photo filters. Use the Grayscale filter to instantly convert your image to black and white.

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Customize with the Duotone filter.

The Duotone filter takes two colors and turns them into a filter for your image. Make a custom black and white filter by selecting the perfect hues from the color picker.

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Edit your image to perfection.

Open the Enhancements menu to further personalize your black and white image. Increase the Contrast for a bold aesthetic. Lighten up an image using the Shadows and Brightness sliders. Use Sharpen to bring a blurry photo into focus. There are endless ways to let your creativity shine with our image effects.

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Over 100,000 templates & assets to start from.

Get inspired and save time with expertly designed templates to get you started. Adobe Express has an ever-growing collection of portrait, landscape, square, and vertical templates to create designs that stand out on any channel, any device.

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Frequently asked questions.

Can I make photo black and white on my phone?
Absolutely. Download and launch the free Adobe Express app on your mobile device and instantly add black and white filters to your images so you can make standout content wherever you go.
Can I create custom black and white filter with Adobe Express?
Yes, there are lots of ways to customize your image with a black and white effect. You can start with different filters, including Grayscale or Duotone and adjust the settings to give the exact black and white effect you want. You can also use the Enhancements menu to make precise black and white edits.
Does the size or quality change after making the photo black and white?
The size and quality should remain the same, unless you resize your image while editing it, or choose a canvas size that is larger or smaller than your original image. If you wish to maintain the same size of your image from the start, select the option to Start from your photo.
How do I reverse the black and white filter?
Adobe Express saves all your projects in the app so you can easily reverse edits or duplicate a project and customize it further.
Can I get Adobe Express for free? If so, what’s included?
Yes, Adobe Express has a free plan that includes core features like photo editing tools and effects and thousands of free templates. Learn more about our plans and pricing.