Image to ASCII Art
Convert an image into text-based ASCII art, with adjustable width and a copyable result.
Free to use, no sign-up, no limit on how many times you run it.More creator tools
Overview
Converts any image into a grid of text characters shaded to approximate the original image's brightness — a fun retro effect and a genuinely useful way to make text-based art.
- Adjustable output width
- Copy the result as plain text
- Processed entirely in your browser
How to use it
- 1Upload an image
- 2Adjust the width to change detail level
- 3Copy the generated ASCII art
Frequently asked questions
Why does the art look distorted at some widths?
Text characters are taller than they are wide, so the tool applies a correction factor when calculating rows — but very extreme aspect ratio images may still look slightly stretched.
Can I use this output in code or a text file?
Yes — copy the result and paste it anywhere that displays monospace text, like a code comment, terminal banner, or plain text file.