The new 'wavy' or 'wave' filter has been trending on Instagram, and there is a way to get it on TikTok with a simple workaround. Every few weeks, it seems like a new filter goes viral. While the credit for the most innovative filters usually goes to Snapchat, this time it's Instagram's turn. The filter in question isn't an official one created by Instagram, but a user-generated effect that has gained popularity in the last few weeks.
Among the currently trending filters, Snapchat's Crying face filter is still doing the rounds. The filter applies a very real sad/crying expression that adds a hilarious twist to the most normal of conversations. Another popular filter, also courtesy of Snapchat, is the Shook filter. The exaggerated shocked expression creates a Chucky-like effect that's both funny and scary at the same time.
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The new wavy filter that's gone viral on Instagram is just one of many that deliver a similar effect. It's called 'Waves', and when used to record someone walking or even standing still, creates a wavy effect that makes it look like they're dancing. To use the Waves filter on Instagram, swipe to the right in the Instagram app to open the camera view. Swipe on the available filters until the very end to get to the Browse Effects button. In the search bar at the top, type 'Waves' and look for the one by the user 'kar.ina_'. Alternatively, click on this link to open the effect in the Instagram app. Users can now create Stories or Reels using the filter.
Some Instagram users have also recorded reels of people dancing and used the filter over it to create an even funnier effect. What's unique about this particular trend is that everyone
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