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🎨 Image to ASCII Art

📁 Click here or drag & drop an image

Supports JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP

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How to Use This ASCII Art Converter

  1. Click Choose Files or drag and drop your image into the upload area.
  2. Adjust the Width slider to control how many characters wide your ASCII art will be.
  3. Select a Character Set from options like Standard (@#S%?), Dense blocks (█▉▊), or Numbers (9876543210).
  4. Toggle Use Colors to create colorful ASCII art or monochrome text art.
  5. Use Invert Colors for artistic effects with reversed brightness.
  6. Preview your ASCII art and click Copy, Download TXT, Download HTML, or Print to save your creation.

About the ASCII Art Converter

The ASCII Art Converter by ConvertResize.com transforms any image into stunning text-based art using ASCII characters. This free, browser-based tool requires no registration, leaves no watermarks, and processes everything locally for maximum privacy.

Our ASCII art generator is perfect for creating retro computer art, text-based graphics for forums and social media, terminal art, programming projects, or just for fun. With multiple character sets and customizable width settings, you can create everything from detailed portraits to simple pixel art.

All processing happens in your browser, so your images never leave your device. The tool works on desktops, laptops, tablets, and smartphones, making it easy to create ASCII art anywhere. Export your creations as plain text files or HTML with preserved colors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this ASCII converter work offline?

Yes! This ASCII art generator works 100% client-side. Once the page loads, you can use it without an internet connection.

Will my images ever leave my device?

No, all processing is done in your browser. Your photos never leave your computer, tablet, or phone.

What image formats are supported?

You can upload JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, and other common image files. Export your ASCII art as TXT or HTML files.

What's the difference between character sets?

Standard uses traditional ASCII characters (@#S%?), Dense uses Unicode block characters (█▉▊) for smoother gradients, Simple uses basic blocks (█▓▒░), and Numbers uses digits (9876543210) for a unique look.

Can I use this for programming or terminal art?

Absolutely! The plain text output is perfect for embedding in code comments, terminal applications, or text-based games.

Troubleshooting

ASCII art not showing up? Make sure you're uploading a supported image format like JPG, PNG, or WebP.

Text looks distorted? Try adjusting the width setting or switching to a different character set. Dense blocks often work better for detailed images.

Colors not appearing? Ensure the "Use Colors" checkbox is checked. Note that colors only appear in the HTML output, not plain text.

ASCII art too small or large? Use the width slider to adjust the character count. Lower values create smaller, simpler art; higher values create more detailed output.

Can't copy on mobile? Use the "Download TXT" button instead of copy on mobile devices for better compatibility.

Still having issues? Try refreshing the page or using a different browser. Contact us using the link in the footer if problems persist.