New AI Tool Erases Video Dust in One Click

Video editors, rejoice! The tedious task of removing dust from footage just got a whole lot easier, thanks to the new Dust OFX plugin from Retouch4me. The company, known for its AI-driven editing tools, has launched a new plugin designed to automatically remove dust and other small distracting particles from video, streamlining one of the most painstaking parts of post-production.

The End of Tedious Video Cleanup

For professional filmmakers and content creators, dust can be a major headache. In high-resolution work like commercial, product, or macro videography, even the smallest specks on dark clothing or reflective surfaces can ruin an otherwise perfect shot. The traditional solution has always been a manual, frame-by-frame cleanup—a process that can add hours of tedious work to any project.

Retouch4me aims to completely automate this process with its new Dust OFX plugin. The company says its software can identify, track, and erase dust and other tiny artifacts across an entire video clip automatically. Best of all, it does this without softening the surrounding textures, eliminating the need for manual touch-ups. This is a game-changer for anyone producing high-quality video content.

Watch the plugin in action in this demo video.

How AI Delivers Flawless Results

At the core of Dust OFX is a sophisticated neural network developed from the ground up by Retouch4me. The AI was trained on a vast dataset of professionally retouched images, allowing it to learn how to remove imperfections while preserving realistic surface details. The same powerful AI engine from Retouch4me’s photo editing tools has been adapted for video, providing precise, frame-by-frame corrections.

“After releasing our photo dust removal plugin, Retouch4me Dust, many videographers requested a similar solution for video, especially for macro product shots. Dust OFX meets this demand and also excels at removing dust and small particles from dark clothing,” said Oleg Sharonov, founder of Retouch4me.

As with all its products, Retouch4me offers Dust OFX with a license for unrestricted commercial use and no subscription fees.

Built for Professional Workflows

Dust OFX is designed to fit into existing professional editing environments. It supports video up to 4K and is compatible with DaVinci Resolve 18 and later on both Windows and macOS. It also works with other editors that support the OpenFX (OFX) standard, including Nuke, Assimilate SCRATCH, Natron, and VEGAS Pro.

While the plugin is optimized for modern hardware, it's accessible for a range of systems. The recommended specs include:

• At least 6 GB of RAM
• A 64-bit processor (1.2 GHz or faster)
• A GPU with 6 GB of VRAM or an Intel CPU with OpenCL 1.2 support.

For Mac users, the plugin runs efficiently on models from 2015 or newer, including systems with Intel Core i7 or Apple M1, M2, and M3 chips.

Seamless Integration and Use

Using Dust OFX couldn't be simpler. After installation, it appears in your editor’s effects panel. Applying it to a clip is a one-click process. The plugin immediately begins analyzing each frame to detect and remove imperfections while preserving color and detail. This fully automated approach makes it an invaluable tool for workflows where both time and quality are critical.

Note that the company advises downloading the plugin directly from its official website, as versions from the Apple Store are not supported.

Pricing and Availability

Retouch4me Dust OFX is available now as a one-time purchase for $349 USD. This includes a perpetual license and all future updates. If you want to see how it works on your own footage, a free trial version is also available for download.

Image credits: Retouch4me