How You Can Turn Yourself into Anime Character Using Anime Filter

Everyone is looking for the Anime Filter that allows you to turn yourself into an animated character. All in an effort to join in on the TikTok trend that's been awakening the inner anime enthusiast in everyone.

In this post, we'll be sharing with you all that we know about this elusive anime filter (along with some bonuses along the way)

 Part 1 Let's Figure out What's Anime Filter First

01What is the Anime Filter on TikTok?

Okay, first off What even is this anime filter everyone is talking about and how can you use it to turn yourself into an animated character? We've attached a helpful YouTube Video below from @Kapwing who has a more comprehensive explanation for you.

But, as for the basics? It works just like most filters in that it can be used in both video and picture mode (allowing you to also make your own animated profile picture if you'd like). All you have to do is turn it on, and it'll turn you into the most fitting anime character of your style immediately

02How to Get the TikTok Anime Filter?

Now to finally get down to business How exactly can you get the anime filter for your TikTok? Well, here's the trick Despite having earned its popularity on TikTok, the Anime Style filter actually comes from Snapchat So, if you do want to animate yourself like you've seen all the other popular TikTok-ers do, you'll need to record the video (or take the picture) on the Snapchat App first and then upload it to TikTok.

03A step-by-step breakdown of this process has been provided below (pictures included)

 Part 2 More Tutorials on Anime Filter That You Should Not Miss

The Anime Style filter that we introduced in the previous section isn't the only ‘animated' filter available, of course It's the one that caught the attention of a lot of people, thanks, in large part, to the participation of a couple of some of the bigger TikTok-ers on the platform. However, you can always expand your selection a bit by checking out some of the other interesting anime filters in the market:

0112 Anime Filters to Turn Yourself into an Anime Character

Anime Filter #1: Anime Style Realistic

In order to fix some of the more glaring issues with the regular Anime Style filter, Snapchat created a second filter, called Anime Style Realistic This one has a distinctively less anime style when it comes to looks. But it does allow for more skin colors, better hair integration, and accessories

This is a fun filter to use for those looking to spice up their timeline with something a little different (OR for those having a bad day and would like the almost-anonymity the filter can provide).

Anime Filter #2: Cartoon Style

Next, we have another Snapchat original lens called Cartoon Style This filter is more reminiscent of the older animated cartoon styles (think Pocahontas, Lilo & Stitch, etc.), but it doesn't make it any less fun

Again, just like the Anime Filter, this is good for slapping on just to have fun or to sneakily erase a couple of blemishes

Anime Filter #3: Anime Filter

Now, although we mentioned that TikTok doesn't have any anime-style filters, the Chinese version of it (surprisingly) does You can see it being used in the image above, rendering the user into an animated (albeit not classically Japanese animated) character.

This has seen a popularity boost recently, with many TikTok users using it to show a ‘before' and ‘after' (like the image shown above), of their dance being animated.

Filter URL: https://www.douyin.com/

Anime Filter #4: Anime Eyes

This next filter is the first unofficial anime filter on this list. It was created by one of the users of Snapchat and can be found there if you want to use it This one doesn't animate the whole face of the user, but it does apply a sticker of various ‘anime eyes' that you can use as a semi-animated profile picture maker (free)

This really is best used for profile pictures only You've probably seen it around as such, although some users also find it useful for hiding tired eyes

Anime Filter #5: Wondershare Filmora

If you're looking to step up your game ‘editing-wise' and give your pictures and videos an even more anime feel, then you can also consider the anime filters that the video editing tool, Wondershare Filmora Video Editor, offers. (You can also skip the pre-made filters altogether and create your own animated video with stickers and other effects.)

This particular option is for those looking for something a step above what everyone else is doing. All while allowing a more flexible experience

Anime Filter #6: MHA Anime Filter (Instagram)

Continuing on from our trend of ‘out-there' options, there's also the MHA filter from Instagram This one has been especially popular with the anime fanbase as it offers plenty of opportunities for hilarious, pointed responses

It's definitely not what you might have initially been looking for. But its popularity on TikTok is undeniable

Anime Filter #7: Anime Filter

Our second recommended anime-themed filter is the basic Anime Filter on Instagram This one flicks through dozens of some of the most popular animes to find out which one suits you best And, just like the previous, is currently trending on Tiktok

Anime Filter #8: Cartoon

This next animation filter pick of ours brings us back to Snapchat It's called the Cartoon lens. And, just like our initial picks, it will change your pictures to that of a cartoon This one is closer to the cartoon-style popular around the 2000s (think Frozen & Tangled)

It's not quite the anime filter that you're probably looking for, but it does still work if all you want is a way of cartoon-ifying yourself to spice up your timeline It'll clear up any blemishes too

Anime Filter #9: Comics Style

Again, we're moving towards a different kind of animation style with this next filter from Snapchat, but the Comics Style filter does have its own promises of fun as well Especially for those who are long-time fans of American comics (or, even, your average modern-day Avengers fan)

Anime Filter #10: Cartoon 3D Style

Now, this might get confusing, but for our last picks, we actually have a set of filters all called Cartoon 3D Style But trust us They're all different This first version is one you would probably relate more to the DreamWorks motion picture, Ratatouille

Anime Filter #11: Cartoon 3D Style

For our next Cartoon 3D Style lens from Snapchat, we have a face animator that can help you turn into something very close to another dreamwork's motion picture (think the Despicable me or the Minions)

Anime Filter #12: Cartoon 3D Style

And finally, for the last of our recommended anime filters, we have the Cartoon 3D Style lens from Snapchat that makes you look like your favorite Disney character (In this case, the obvious inspiration comes from Disney's Frozen or Tangled)

02Steps to Download the Anime Filter App and Turn Yourself into an Anime Character

Now, if those filters weren't enough for you, we've also included this next tutorial on how you can find apps on your mobile device that will allow you to get the same effect without having to use Snapchat, TikTok, or Instagram

03Anime Filter Has a Sadly Unsurprising Problem

You might have noticed this while we were introducing all the different types of anime-style filters available, but the popular Anime Filter has its shortcomings. Which includes:

PROBLEM 1: Dark Skin Tones

The anime filter's inability to capture darker skin tones accurately is one of the biggest issues users have with the filter.

PROBLEM 2: Hair Style

Hairstyle options are also very limited. And, as for black hairstyles? Well, the options are pretty much non-existent.

PROBLEM 3: Face Accessories

Do you wear glasses? How about piercings? Well, this won't translate for you either, unfortunately

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