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# Subtract

## Subtract

To subtract two CV inputs, you can use the **Subtract** node. Once you feed it two CV inputs, the Subtract node will produce a single output, inheriting the resolution of the first CV input.

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## Node properties

In its node properties, Subtract node gives you the option to output the absolute value of the subtracted images to the Output node pin.

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