Ultimate Guide to Access the Viral A-ha Filter on TikTok

While browsing TikTok, you might have encountered videos featuring the viral ‘A-ha’ filter, which transforms your footage into a captivating pencil sketch animation.

This TikTok phenomenon channels the nostalgic vibe of the iconic ‘Take On Me’ music video, allowing you to convert any video you capture into a stunning sketch.

Similar to the memorable scene where the lead singer steps into a hand-drawn universe, this modern filter lets you recreate that effect.

The filter is user-friendly and includes a slider for controlling the extent of the pencil sketch effect on your video. You can opt to apply it to your entire scene or select specific areas, producing an intriguing mix of reality and animation.

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How to Use the A-ha Filter on TikTok

To access the viral ‘A-ha’ filter on TikTok, follow these steps:

Open TikTok .
Click on the plus button to launch the camera.
Tap on ‘Effects’ located in the bottom left corner.
Select the filter by tapping it, which will activate the camera with the filter applied.
Adjust the slider to control the amount of your scene that transforms into the pencil sketch animation. Start with a small section and gradually increase the effect for a more striking transition.

A popular trend involves filming yourself transitioning from the real world into the animated one. Many users begin with half their screen in normal view and then step into the sketched portion, echoing the iconic transformation from the original music video.