How to Edit Faded, Spotted and Torn Old Photos

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It’s always exciting when a newly found old photo brings your ancestor to life and helps you share your family story. But when a torn, dirty or faded photo dulls that vintage luster, you’ll need to pull some digital editing tricks from your sleeve. It’s not as hard as you might think: With a little View Website VIP Subscription