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Chaos theory, pixel philosophy, and tutorials for the digitally destructive.

2026-05-15//5 min

CRT: Bring Back the 1987 TV Set

Yan's CRT mode adds scanlines, phosphor bloom, and chromatic shift. A guide to getting that pre-flat-panel look without owning a 30kg trinitron.

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2026-05-08//6 min

ASCII Art: When Pixels Become Letters

Turn photos into typography. A guide to Yan's ASCII Art mode, from green-terminal classics to color-preserved variants.

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2026-04-25//6 min

1-Bit Dither: Two Colors, Infinite Mood

Get the early-Mac, fax-machine, risograph look with Yan's 1-bit dither. Threshold, Floyd-Steinberg, Atkinson, and Bayer — explained.

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2026-04-18//5 min

Vertical Melt: Pixels That Drip

Pixel Sort's patient sibling. A guide to Yan's Vertical Melt — what it does, when to use it, and how to keep it from becoming mud.

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2026-02-01//4 min

Why We Built Yan

The story behind Yan. Why another photo editor? Because the world needed one that actually breaks things.

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2026-01-28//6 min

Mastering Pixel Sort: A Complete Guide

Learn how to use Yan's Pixel Sort feature to create stunning glitch art. From basic techniques to advanced workflows.

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2026-01-25//5 min

RGB Shift: Creative Techniques for Chromatic Chaos

Explore the art of color channel separation. How to use RGB Shift to create that retro 3D glasses effect and beyond.

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2026-01-22//5 min

Luma Stretch: Speed and Light

Master Yan's Luma Stretch effect - transform brightness into velocity. Create dynamic speed lines and motion trails from static images.

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2026-01-19//6 min

Block Jitter: The Art of Controlled Chaos

Dive into Block Jitter - Yan's most chaotic effect. Learn to create corrupted broadcast aesthetics and datamosh vibes.

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2026-01-15//7 min

Combining Effects: Advanced Workflows

Learn how to stack Yan's effects for maximum impact. From subtle enhancements to full digital destruction.

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