Upscaling
Increase the resolution of your headshots for professional printing and high-quality displays
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Updated March 2, 2026
Generated headshots are preview-resolution. Upscaling increases the resolution so your images are sharp and detailed enough for printing, large displays, or any professional use.
How It Works
- Open a headshot in the Magic Editor
- Click the Upscale button
- Choose your target resolution: 2K, 4K, or 8K
Resolution Options
- 2K (1 credit) — good for social media, web, and blog posts
- 4K (2 credits) — ideal for printing, high-res web, and large displays
- 8K (8 credits) — maximum quality for professional printing and large-format use
Important: Upscaling Is Final
Upscaling is a one-way operation — you cannot apply further edits to an upscaled image. Make sure you've applied all the edits you want (background, outfit, facial features, etc.) before you upscale.
Tips
- For most uses (LinkedIn, websites, email signatures), 2K or 4K is more than enough
- Only use 8K if you need professional-grade prints or large-format displays
- Upscaling is not affected by Pro Mode — the cost stays the same