Snappic offers several background removal methods for different media types: Photos, GIFs, Bursts, and VideoFX. These options are accessible via the Green Screen menu in your event dashboard. This guide compares the available methods to help you choose the best one based on your event setup and desired output quality.
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Important Notes
Background removal availability depends on the media type (Photo, GIF, Burst, or VideoFX).
Each method has trade-offs in setup complexity, preview availability, and output quality.
Your choice should balance visual quality, internet availability, and event logistics.
Chroma Key
Available for: Photo, GIF, Burst, and VideoFX
Pros:
Can deliver excellent results when set up correctly.
Background removal appears in the live preview.
Works offline — no internet or credits required.
Cons:
Requires a physical backdrop of a single, solid colour (e.g., green or blue screen).
Proper lighting and positioning are critical for clean removal.
Offline Background Removal
Available for: Photo, GIF, Burst
Pros:
No need for a solid-colour physical backdrop.
Functions offline — no internet or credits required.
Live preview displays background removal.
Cons:
Generally lower-quality background removal compared to Chroma Key and Online methods.
Online Background Removal
Available for: Photo, GIF, Burst
Pros:
Does not require a specific backdrop.
High-quality removal with minimal configuration.
Cons:
Requires an active internet connection.
Uses background removal credits.
Does not show the background removal in the live preview.
AI Segmentation (VideoFX)
Available for: VideoFX only
Pros:
Works with any background—no need for a solid-colour backdrop.
Does not require internet or credits.
Cons:
Lower-quality background removal compared to Chroma Key.
No live preview of background removal.
Note: This is a standalone background removal option specific to VideoFX and is not related to Online Background Removal.
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