Preset filters are a ready-to-use gallery of themed AI effects built by Snappic's creative team. No custom prompting is required — simply select a filter from the gallery, attach it to your template, and it's ready for your event.
Preset filters are powered by the BananaFX engine, delivering fast, high-quality results across a wide range of themes.
The gallery is organised into categories and sub-categories, making it easy to find the right effect for any event type.
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Plan Availability
Plan | Preset AI Filters |
Starter (Photo Booth) | Not included |
Business (Photo Booth) | Included |
Premium (Photo Booth) | Included |
Scale (Photo Booth) | Included |
Pro (Photography) | Not included |
Agency (Photography) | Included |
AI Credits
Credits are priced at $0.10 per credit (e.g. 200 credits for $20, 1,000 credits for $100).
Preset filters cost 2 credits per guest image ($0.20) and 2 credits per test ($0.20).
The credit cost is shown on the AI Effect screen above the save option.
To top up credits, go to the Account tab in your Snappic dashboard and select Top Up.
Important Notes
Preset filters are updated periodically by Snappic's team. Filters may be added, updated, or changed at any time for performance or quality reasons. Always check the gallery and test before offering a filter to a client.
Processing takes 30 seconds to 2 minutes after a guest's photo is taken. There is no guaranteed processing time as it is dependant on server load and wifi connection.
Preset filters are designed for single frame templates. Templates with two or more frames, GIFs, and Burst are not supported.
AI may produce unexpected results including changes to facial features, gender, or skin tone. This is normal and cannot be controlled.
AI-FX images are shared with guests via email or SMS once rendering is complete. AirDrop or QR sharing only shares the original image.
Virtual Booth does not support AI-FX.
Preset filters do not support custom or animated backgrounds.
Some filters include editable options such as pose type — see Editing Preset Filters below.
How to Add a Preset Filter
Open your event in the Snappic dashboard.
Go to the Features tab, enable AI Experience, and click Save Changes.
In the AI Experience section, click Add AI Filter.
Browse the gallery by category or use the search bar to find a specific filter.
Click the filters you want to add. You can select multiple filters at once. Click Close when done.
Click Edit on any filter to review or adjust available options (name, preview image, aspect ratio, pose type).
Select or create a template, then click AI Filters under the template and assign your chosen filters.
Click Save.
Preset Filter Library
The full gallery is available inside your event dashboard under AI Experience → Add AI Filter. The categories below reflect the current filter library.
Note: The gallery is updated regularly. Filters may be added, renamed, or removed at any time. Always check the gallery for the most current selection before setting up an event.
Art Styles
Artistic and illustrated transformations organised into four sub-styles.
Classic — Timeless art-inspired portrait effects. Examples: Watercolor, Caricature, Pop Art, Soft Painting, Pencil Sketch, Renaissance Portrait.
3D — Three-dimensional illustrated character styles. Examples: 3D Chibi, 3D Adventurer, 3D Royal, 3D Avatar.
Anime — Japanese animation-inspired effects ranging from cinematic to playful. Examples: Superhero Comic, Comic, Cinematic Anime, Action Anime, School Anime, Neon Anime, Fantasy Anime, Chibi Anime.
Historical — Period-accurate portrait styles inspired by historical eras. (Check the gallery for current filters)
Eras
Transport guests to a different decade with period-specific looks and fashion.
Examples: 70's Disco, 80's Aerobics, 80's, 90's, 90's Class Photo, Roaring Twenties, Peace & Love, Victorian, Western.
Fantasy
Epic, adventure, and fantasy-themed transformations. Great for themed events, brand activations, and entertainment.
Examples: Superhero (Classic), Superhero (Modern), Pirate, Sorcerers, Steampunk, RPG, Prince & Princess, Cyberpunk, Viking.
Fun
Playful and creative effects for high-energy events.
Examples: Doll in a Box, Doll, Age Increase, Arcade Fighter, Candyland, Floral, Aura, Wild West, Wanted Poster.
Headshots
Professional portrait styles. Ideal for corporate events, networking functions, conferences, and brand activations.
Examples: Classic Headshot, Seated Headshot, 9 Pose Headshot, 9 Pose Headshot (Original Outfits).
Occasions
Themed filters for seasonal events and celebrations.
Christmas: Mr & Mrs Clause, Christmas Wonderland, Christmas Elves.
Halloween: Vampires, Creepy Clown, Halloween Monsters, 3D Halloween.
Valentines: Cheesy Valentine, Valentine (Illustrated), Valentine (Heart Stage), Valentine (Cupid).
Wedding: Wedding (Magazine), Wedding (Floral Arch).
Professions
Guests transformed into a range of professional roles. Works well for corporate events and industry conferences.
Examples: Firefighter, Police, Astronaut, Business Exec, Pilot, Chef.
Style
Sports and physical activity themes. Ideal for sporting events, fitness brands, and active lifestyle activations.
Examples: Soccer Player, Tennis Player, Baseball Player, Pro Golfer, Field Sprinter, Boxing Champion, Ballet Dancer, Basketball Player, Surfer, Skateboarder, Martial Arts Master.
Editing Preset Filters
Preset filters cannot be fully customised, but most filters include an Edit option that lets you adjust:
Filter Name — Rename the filter as it appears in your template.
Preview Image — Upload a custom preview image that guests see when choosing an effect at the booth. Tip: use your test image as the preview.
Aspect Ratio — Select the ratio that matches your template frame orientation to avoid cropped or stretched images.
Pose Type (available on select filters) — Choose Original, Half-Body, or Headshot. Original is recommended for best results.
To edit a filter, click Edit on the filter card after adding it from the gallery.
Need Help?
Visit the Snappic Help Center or chat directly from your dashboard for live support.