Window Tint Percentage Examples [Advanced Visualization Tool Included]

Are you looking to add some privacy and energy efficiency to your vehicle or home or office windows? Window tint has many benefits, but it’s tough to know what percentage to choose. That’s where our windows tint percentage visualization tool comes in! With just a few clicks, you can see how different percentages will look on your windows and make an informed decision. Whether you want to block out the sun or just add a subtle tint, our tool has you covered. I will also give you real-life examples of car windows after applying a certain percentage of tint. So. let’s start:

Basic Car Window Tint Percentage Visualization Tool

Select a percentage value from 1 to 100 to see how dark it is:

Selected Percentage:




Use the basic window tint visualization tool above to see how dark a certain percentage tint is. This tool simulates the tint percentage for the most common black tinting film. However, for other tint colors, use our advanced tint visualization tool below.

Advanced Tint Percentage Visualization Tool

Select a color:



Tint percentage:


Adjust tint percentage:



Compare to other colors:

The Advanced Tint Percentage Visualization Tool is a useful tool for anyone who works with colors in design or production. It allows you to see the exact tint percentage of any color, as well as compare it to other colors.

Here's how it works:

  1. Select a color: You can either choose a color from a color wheel or input the RGB or HEX values of a color.
  2. See the tint percentage: The tool will automatically calculate the tint percentage of the selected color and display it on the screen.
  3. Compare to other colors: You can also add multiple colors to the tool and see how their tint percentages compare to each other. This can be useful for finding colors that have a similar tint percentage or for determining which color has the highest or lowest tint percentage.
  4. Adjust the tint percentage: The tool also allows you to adjust the tint percentage of a color by dragging a slider. This can be useful for finding colors that have a specific tint percentage or for seeing how the tint percentage affects the overall appearance of the color.

Meaning of Various Percentage Tint

tint percentage of a car window real life example

Now you can visualize a certain percentage of window tint using the tools. But what do they mean? Here is what they mean practically:

0% window tint meaning

0 percent window tint is the darkest imaginable shade on the visible light transmission (VLT) scale for window film. This means that it allows the least amount of light to pass through the window, making it almost completely opaque. This type of window tint is often used in commercial or government vehicles for added privacy. However, it is important to keep in mind that using 0 percent tint can make it difficult to see out of the window, particularly at night or in low light conditions. As a result, it is illegal to use 0 percent tint on the front windows of a vehicle in all states except Michigan in the USA because of safety concerns.

3% window tint meaning

A window with a 3% tint is one that has been treated with a film or coating that only allows 3% of the visible light spectrum to pass through it. This means that the window is blocking or rejecting 97% of the light that hits it. This level of tint is still very dark, and can significantly reduce the amount of light that enters a room or vehicle. It is often used to block out glare, reduce heat and UV radiation, or provide privacy. We can find tinted windows in a variety of settings, including homes, offices, and rear and side windows of luxury cars. It’s illegal to use 3% tint on front windows of a vehicle in all states in the USA except Michigan.

5% window tint meaning

A window with 5% tint darkness has a film or coating applied to the glass that blocks out 95% of the visible light spectrum, allowing only 5% of the light to pass through. This means that the window appears much darker than a window without a tint, as much of the light is being absorbed or reflected by the tint rather than being transmitted through the glass. This percentage of tint is also called the ‘’limo tint’’ as this type of tint is often found on rear windows in Limousine cars. However, 5% window tint is illegal to use on the front window of a vehicle in all states except Michigan in the USA as of now.

10% window tint meaning

A window tinted with a 10% film will only allow 10% of the normal amount of light to pass through. This level of tint is not the darkest option on the market, but it is still quite dark and effective in blocking UV rays and providing privacy. This percentage of tint is also illegal to apply on front windows of any vehicle in all the states except Michigan in the USA.

12% window tint meaning

A window is tinted with a 12% film means that only 12% of the light will pass through the window. This tint is certainly not the darkest option available, but it is still quite dark and will effectively block out ultraviolet rays and provide a certain level of privacy. It is a good choice for those who want some protection from the sun and a bit of added privacy without blocking the view. Like the other percentage mentioned above, 12% tint is also illegal to apply on front windows of any vehicle in all states except Michigan in the USA.

15% window tint meaning

The 15% window tint meaning is that it allows for 15% light to pass through the window, while blocking 85% of light. This is illegal to use on the front windows of any vehicle in all states except Michigan in the USA. However, you can use this percentage of tint on the side and rear windows in some states. This percentage of tint is good for blocking light, but it's difficult to see through in gloomy weather.

20% window tint meaning

20% window tint allows 20% of light to pass through, while blocking 80%. This percentage of tint is illegal to use on front windows in all states except Michigan and New Mexico, but you can use it on side and rear windows in some states. This type of tint is good for blocking glare, but it's tough to see through when it's gloomy outside.

24% window tint meaning

24% window tint meaning: 24% light to pass through, 76% of light blocked.This is illegal to use in front windows of any vehicle in all the states except Michigan, New Mexico, Montana and Washington; however, you can use this percentage of tint on side and rear windows in some states. It's great for blocking out sunlight when you're driving in the summer, but it's challenging to see through in gloomy weather.

25% window tint meaning

25% window tint allows 25% light to pass through the window, and blocks 75% of light. This is illegal in the front windows of any vehicle in most states, except for Michigan, Arkansas, Montana, New Mexico, Washington, Oklahoma, & Texas. You can use this percentage of tint on the side and rear windows in many states, though. 25% tint is excellent for blocking out light—but may be challenging to see through at night.

27% window tint meaning

27% tint allows 27% light to pass through the window, and blocks 73% of light. This is illegal in the front windows of any vehicle in most states, except for Michigan, Colorado, Arkansas, Montana, New Mexico, Washington, Oklahoma & Texas. However, you can use this percentage of tint on side and rear windows in many states. 27% tint is still good for blocking out light—but may be challenging to see through at night.

28% window tint meaning

28% window tint means it allows 28% of light to pass through and blocks 72%. It is illegal to use the front windows of any vehicle in most states except Michigan, Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Washington, Wyoming, South Carolina, Montana, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Florida & Texas. However, you can use this percentage of tint on side and rear windows in many states. Be sure to check out your local window tinting laws.

30% window tint meaning

The 30% window tint allows 30% of light to pass through, while blocking out 70%. It is illegal to use this percentage on front windows of any vehicle in most states except Michigan, Indiana, Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Washington, Wyoming, South Carolina, Montana, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Florida and Texas. However, you can use this percentage of tint on the side and rear windows in many states.

32% window tint meaning

32% window tint allows 32% of light to pass through the glass, while blocking 68% of light from entering your car. It's illegal to use this percentage of tint on the front windows of any vehicle except in Michigan, Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Washington, Wyoming, South Carolina, Montana, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Florida & Texas. However, you can use this percentage of tint on the side and rear windows in many states.

33% window tint meaning

33% window tint means that 33% of light can pass through. It blocks the other 67%. This tint is illegal on front windows in most states except in Michigan, Arizona, Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Washington, Wyoming, South Carolina, Montana, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Florida & Texas. But you can use it on side and rear windows in many states.

35% window tint meaning

35% window tint allows 35% light to pass through, which is why it's called "35%". It blocks 65% of light. Many states allow this percentage of tint to be used on the front windows of your vehicle including Michigan, Connecticut, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, West Virginia, Kentucky, Indiana, Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Washington, Wyoming, South Carolina, Montana, Oklahoma, Mississippi  & Texas. However, you can use this percentage of tint on the side and rear windows in most of the states. Be sure to check out your local laws.

40% window tint meaning

40% window tint means that 40% of the light that hits the window is allowed to pass through. The tint blocks the remaining 60%. Many states, including Michigan, Louisiana, Connecticut, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, West Virginia and Kentucky allow for this percentage of tint on any window of your vehicle. However, you can use this percentage of tint on the side and rear windows in most of the states. Be sure to check out your local laws before applying tints with this percentage on your vehicle.

43% window tint meaning

43% window tint means that 43% of the light that hits the window is allowed to pass through. The tint blocks the remaining 57%. Many states, including Michigan, Utah, Louisiana, Connecticut, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, West Virginia and Kentucky allow for this percentage of tint on any window of your vehicle. However, you can use this percentage of tint on the side and rear windows in most of the states. Be sure to check out your local laws before applying tints with this percentage on the windows of your vehicle.

45% window tint meaning

45% window tint meaning 45% light to pass through while blocking 55% of light. Many states allow for this percentage of tint including Michigan, Connecticut, Utah, Louisiana, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, West Virginia, Kentucky, Indiana & Arkansas. However you can use this percentage of tint on the side and rear windows on most of the states. Be sure to check out your local laws before applying it on your vehicle.

50% window tint meaning

50% window tint meaning 50% light to pass through while blocking 50% of light. Many states allow for this percentage of tint including Michigan, Virginia, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, Ohio, Connecticut, Utah, Louisiana, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, West Virginia, Kentucky, Indiana & Arkansas. However, you can use this percentage of tint on the side and rear windows in most of the states. Be sure to check out your local laws before applying this percentage of tint on your vehicle.

55% window tint meaning

The 55% window tint meaning is a term used to describe the percentage of light that can pass through the window tint on your vehicle. This is also known as "VLT". In general, 55% window tint will block out 45% of light and allow 55% to pass through. All states allow for this percentage of tint to be used on the front window of your vehicle except Alaska, California, Delaware, Iowa, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Washington D.C., New Hampshire, New Jersey and Vermont. However, you can use this percentage of tint on the side and rear windows in most of the states. Be sure to check out your local DMV for more information about your state's specific guidelines regarding window tinting laws and regulations.

60% window tint meaning

A 60% window tint means that 60% of light can pass through it, while 40% is blocked. All states allow this percentage of tint on the front window of your vehicle except Alaska, California, Delaware, Iowa, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Washington D.C., New Hampshire, New Jersey and Vermont. However, you can use this percentage of tint on the side and rear windows in most of the states. Be sure to check out your local laws before applying any type of window film or tinting.

65% window tint meaning

A window that's 65% tinted allows 65% of light through and blocks 35% of light from entering your vehicle. This percentage is standard to be used on the front window of your vehicle across all states except Alaska, California, Delaware, Iowa, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Washington D.C., New Hampshire, New Jersey and Vermont. In these states, it must be more than this percentage. If you're looking for a darker tint on your windows than 65%, it's best to check with your local DMV before getting any additional work done.

70% window tint meaning

70% window tint means that 70% of the light that hits your vehicle's window passes through, and 30% is blocked. This is a legal percentage to be used on the front window of your vehicle for all states, except for New Jersey, New Hampshire and Vermont. However, you can use this percentage of the tint on the side windows of your vehicle in most states and on the rear window. Be sure to check with your local DMV before applying any window tinting.

75% window tint meaning

75% window tint meaning is that it allows 75% light to pass through, while blocking 25% of the light. This percentage of tint is allowed on the front windows of vehicles across all states except for New Hampshire, New Jersey and Vermont. However, you can use this percentage of tint on the side and rear windows in most states. Be sure to check out your local laws before applying it though.

80% window tint meaning

80% window tint meaning is that it allows 80% sun’s light or any artificial light to pass through, while blocking 20% of the light. This percentage of tint is allowed on the front windows of vehicles across all states except for New Hampshire, New Jersey and Vermont in the USA. However, you can use this percentage of tint on the side and rear windows in almost all states. Be sure to check out your local laws before applying it though.

85% window tint meaning

The meaning of 85% window tint is that it allows 85% of sunlight or artificial light to pass through the windows of a vehicle, while blocking the remaining 15%. This level of tint is typically permitted on the front windows of vehicles in most states in the USA, except for New Hampshire, New Jersey, and Vermont. However, it is usually allowed on the side and rear windows in most states. It is important to familiarize yourself with the local laws and regulations before applying window tint to your vehicle, as there may be specific restrictions or requirements in place.

88% window tint meaning

88% window tint means that the tint on your vehicle's windows will allow 88% of light to pass through it, while blocking 12%. All states allow this percentage of tint to be used on the front window of your vehicle except New Hampshire, New Jersey, and Vermont. However, you can use this percentage of tint on the side and rear windows in most states. However, be sure to check what your local laws are before applying any kind of window tint.

90% window tint meaning

The 90% window tint meaning is that it allows 90% of light to pass through and blocks only 10% of light. This is the standard percentage of tint allowed by most states for the front window of your vehicle except New Hampshire, New Jersey, and Vermont. However, you can use this percentage of tint on the side and rear windows in most of the states. That said, be sure to check out your local state laws in order to know what is acceptable in your area.

100% window tint meaning

100% window tint means the window allows 100% light through and blocks 0% of light. This is the maximum amount of tint allowed by all states for the front window of your vehicle. However, you should be concerned with other tinting laws including glare, which can be caused by the sun bouncing off your vehicle's windows and into your eyes.

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