Background & Segmentation

Check TransparencyAPI

Check images for transparency.

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Three ways to use this tool

REST API

One POST request. Get the result back directly — as an image, video, or JSON depending on the tool.

terminal
curl -X POST https://apiai.me/api/workflow/check-transparency \
     -H "X-API-Key: YOUR_API_KEY" \
     -F "image=@input.jpg" \
     -F "field=is_transparent" \
     -F "image=VALUE" \
     -F "sample_percent=10" \
     -F "threshold=250"
     --output result.png

Dashboard Playground

Test this tool visually before writing any code. Upload an image, set parameters, and see the result live. When it looks right, copy the auto-generated curl command and paste it into your app.

  1. Open the dashboard → API Toolbox
  2. Find Check Transparency and click it
  3. Upload your input and adjust parameters
  4. Copy the curl command and ship
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Batch Processing

Process hundreds of images at once without writing a loop. Upload a CSV with one row per item, set your parameters, and download the results as a ZIP when they're done.

  1. Open the dashboard → Batches
  2. Select Check Transparency
  3. Add your content and start the batch
  4. Download results ZIP when complete
Go to Batches →

Parameters

Name Required Description Default / Options
field optional metadata field name to write (default: is_transparent
image required image input
sample_percent optional % of edge pixels that must be transparent (default: 10) 10
threshold optional Alpha threshold for 250

Ready to integrate?

Get an API key, test Check Transparency in the dashboard, and copy the curl command.

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