This happens on high-resolution images (300+ DPI). Set your document resolution to 150 DPI temporarily, run the Distressor, then change back to 300 DPI. The plugin is designed to emulate screen resolution (72-150 DPI).
The Distressor PSD is organized into folders:
Since I can't provide direct download links, search "Texturelabs Distressor" — it will be on the Texturelabs website (texturelabs dot org), usually under a "Free Tools" or "Plugins" section. texturelabs distressor plugin for photoshop 202 link
If you are using Photoshop 2024 or 2025 (version 25.x or 26.x):
The original standalone .zxp installer for the Distressor is no longer the primary distribution method. Adobe’s changes to extension security (the move away from ZXP to UXP) have caused the classic Distressor to be deprecated on newer operating systems. This happens on high-resolution images (300+ DPI)
However, you can still get the full functionality via the TextureLabs Patreon or the free GitHub repository.
Official Download Route (Valid for 2025): Quick Answer for "The Link": Because direct linking
Quick Answer for "The Link":
Because direct linking changes with updates, the permanent, verified 2025 link is accessible via the official TextureLabs Discord server. As of this writing, the direct master download is: https://github.com/texturelabs/distressor/releases/download/v2.5/TL_Distressor.ccx
Warning: Do not download "Distressor" files from random Adobe forum posts from 2022. Those links are dead or lead to malware. Always ensure the URL contains "github.io" or "texturelabs.org".