Levels

Levels establishes black and white points, adjusts midtone brightness, and softens the approach to the endpoints.

Controls

• Levels widget shows the tonal distribution and draggable input positions.
• Black point sets the input value treated as black.
• White point sets the input value treated as white.
• Gamma brightens or darkens midtones without moving the endpoints.
• Black falloff softens the transition into black.
• White falloff softens the transition into white.

Move Black point inward until the image has a solid foundation without losing needed shadow detail. Move White point inward to establish clean highlights. Adjust Gamma for the middle of the image. Add falloff when endpoint changes look abrupt.

Use the gamut/highlight warning in the viewport to distinguish intentional endpoints from accidental clipping.