What Are the Different Types of Lenticular Effects?
Lenticular printing allows flat images to appear animated, flip between visuals, or pop in 3d. At TwenT3, we offer the full range of lenticular effects β each with its own unique visual impact. This guide explains each effect so you can choose the one that best suits your project.
Whether you're designing a card, poster, photo gift, or business card, the right lenticular effect will help your design come alive.
What it does:
Alternates between two distinct images when the print is tilted side to side or up and down.
Best for:
Before/after photos, logo reveals, Save the Date transitions, or surprise messages.
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What it does:
Creates the illusion of depth between multiple design layers, even on a flat print.
Best for:
Portraits, logos, artistic scenes, and designs that need visual separation between elements.
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What it does:
Displays a sequence of images that appear to loop as the angle changes β like a mini stop-motion film.
Best for:
Short sequences, action movements, and playful, eye-catching graphics.
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What it does:
Transitions one image smoothly into another as you move the print.
Best for:
Facial changes, brand evolutions, or abstract transformations.
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What it does:
Simulates realistic 3D by showing different perspectives to each eye, the same way your brain processes natural depth.
Best for:
Photography, product showcases, scenery, and lifelike images.
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Visual Goal
Best Lenticular Effect
Two alternating images
2-Image Flip
Realistic depth
3D Layered or Stereoscopic
Animation/movement
Animated Loop
Smooth transformation
Morphing
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