Filter (video) explained

A video filter is a software component that performs some operation on a multimedia stream.[1] Multiple filters can be used in a chain, known as a filter graph, in which each filter receives input from its upstream filter, processes the input and outputs the processed video to its downstream filter.__TOC__

With regards to video encoding three categories of filters can be distinguished:

Prefilters

Common prefilters include:

Intrafilters

Common intrafilters include:

Postfilters

Common postfilters include:

See also

References

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Introduction to DirectShow Application Programming . September 14, 2017.