VHS Finger Frame Effect
Frame your face with your fingers and watch it turn into an old videotape — faded VHS colors, tracking bands and scanlines, live in your browser.
What is the VHS finger frame effect?
The finger frame VHS effect is a retro video trick: you form a rectangle with your fingers and the area inside looks like it was recorded on a worn-out 90s VHS tape — muted faded colors, horizontal tracking bands, scanlines and light grain — while the world around your frame stays crisp and modern.
Finger Frame makes it live: point your thumb and index finger into the camera, move the frame over your face, and the framed area turns into vintage tape in real time. Close your fingers to switch styles, then record and share.
How to make the VHS finger frame effect
- Open fingerframe.ai on your phone or laptop and allow camera access.
- Make an L shape with your thumb and index finger — a frame appears and follows your hand.
- Move the frame over your face; the area inside turns into retro VHS instantly.
- Close your fingers to switch styles, or tap Record to save a video and share it.
Frequently asked questions
What is a finger frame VHS filter?
It's a live effect where the area inside your finger frame looks like an old VHS videotape — faded colors, tracking bands, scanlines and grain — while the rest of the picture stays a normal camera view.
How do I make the VHS finger frame effect?
Open fingerframe.ai, allow camera access, and make an L with your thumb and index finger. Move the frame over your face and it turns into retro VHS in real time.
Is the VHS filter free?
Yes — the VHS filter is free with no signup, no install, and unlimited use.