Microsoft has been working since the launch of Windows 11 last year to make the OS even better.
Another new feature is the Windows Studio Effects.
Heres everything you better know.
What Is Studio Effects In Windows 11?
Studio Effects are a bunch of improvements that came with the Windows 11 22H2 update.
The new effects improve the overall video-calling experience on Windows 11.
Over the last three years, video calls have become an integral part of our life.
It all started with the pandemic and still going on.
So, Microsoft is looking to improve the video calling experience while maintaining the privacy of the users.
Service providers are actually working all over the globe, trying and testing new features to do the same.
So, take a look at all the features that came with the Studi Effects in Windows 11.
Auto Framing:Auto Framing is the brand new Studio Effect feature.
Its nice and makes your video feed look professional.
It is always difficult to make video calls with multiple video feeds on the screen.
It eliminates all the distractions, and calls look and feel more connected.
Voice Focus:Another great achievement from Microsoft.
Even with good quality webcams, audio quality can be shotty.
So, Microsoft came up with Voice Focus.
It is designed to eliminate the background noise from the audio streams, making your voice clearer.
Microsoft achieved this by using an advanced AI.
Background Blur:The most sought-after video calling feature.
The feature helps to maintain the privacy of the callers by blurring the background.
Again, Microsoft used a sophisticated AI that detects different backgrounds and blurs them automatically, protecting your privacy.
Eye Contact:Finally, the Eye Contact feature.
Sometimes video calls can feel unnatural.
Most of the time, this is due to multiple numbers of callers.
Microsoft fixed this issue with the Eye Contact future.
This feature will only work with ARM-based computers.
Windows Studio Effects depend on NPU to intelligently integrate the effects into the camera feed in real time.
So, if you dont have an ARM-based computer, forget about it.
Otherwise, follow the steps below.
1.bring up the parameters app on Windows 11. you’re free to pressWin+Ion your keyboard for it.
2.ClickBluetooth & Deviceson the left side of the panel.
3.All the connected devices will be visible on the right side of the window.
Scroll down and choose theCamerasoption.
5.Go to the camera to which you want to apply the Studio Effects.
Do the same if you have multiple cameras.
6.Toggle the switch for theAutomatic Framingoption if you wish to apply this effect.
Windows 11 will crop your camera feed to ensure that youre always in the center of your camera frame.
7.you’re able to also toggle the switch for theBackground Bluroption if you want to blur the background.
8.You also get the option to pick the Blur throw in.
you’re free to choose theStandard Blurif you want to blur the background heavily.
It provides maximum privacy.
you might choosePortrait Blurfor a more visually pleasing blur.
Portrait Blur lightly blurs the background, making it look like a professional camera.
9.Finally, you have theEye Contactoption.
Eye Contact ensures you are constantly making eye contact with your call participants.
10.There are different types of Eye Contact options on Windows 11.
So, this is the way to enable and apply the new Studio Effects in Windows 11.
FAQs
Should I Upgrade to Windows 11 22H2?
You wont have to upgrade if you dont want to.
But it is recommended by Microsoft.
Currently, Microsoft is releasing parts of 22H2 every few weeks.
So, you may have to wait a few months.
Is It Possible to Use Several Studio Effects Simultaneously?
Yes, it is possible to use several Studio Effects simultaneously.
But it is not recommended for all computers.
Studio Effects can be very demanding.
If you use multiple Studio Effects simultaneously, it will be very taxing on your computers CPU.
So, it is not recommended on computers with low-end CPUs.
If you have a powerful computer, go ahead.
Still, be careful if you already do heavy tasks on your machine.
Why Studio Effects Only Available on ARM-Based PCs?
Unfortunately, NPUs are currently only available in ARM-based CPUs, making this an exclusive feature for these devices.
Enjoy Studio Effects on Windows 11
Video calling has become a necessary feature since the pandemic.
It is used for work, and education and has become a regular source of communication.
So, it has become necessary to ensure the privacy of the callers.
The most concerning part were the clear absence of any sort of privacy features at all.
It was good that Microsoft took a step to protect the privacy of its users.
So, enable Studio Effects on your Windows 11 computer and enjoy trouble-free and secure video calling.
