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Image to ASCII Art Converter - Text Art Generator

Convert images to ASCII art online for free. Transform photos into text-based art. Customizable ASCII characters.

Drop an image here or click to browse

image/* • Max 50MB

What This Tool Does

Converts images into ASCII character representations
Adjusts character density for detail and clarity
Preserves tonal values and contrast using text symbols
Generates monochrome or colored ASCII output
Allows customization of character sets and output size
Creates retro-style text art from any image

How to Use

1
Upload your image
Select the photo or graphic you want to convert to ASCII art
2
Adjust settings
Configure character density, output size, and character set preferences
3
Generate ASCII art
Click process to convert your image into text-based artwork
4
Download or copy
Save the ASCII art as a text file or copy to clipboard

How it works

Upload your image

Select the photo or graphic you want to convert to ASCII art

Adjust settings

Configure character density, output size, and character set preferences

Generate ASCII art

Click process to convert your image into text-based artwork

Download or copy

Save the ASCII art as a text file or copy to clipboard

Use Cases

Creating retro terminal splash screens for command-line applications
Generating unique social media posts with text-based artwork
Building ASCII art for README files and documentation
Creating nostalgic text-based graphics for retro gaming projects
Converting logos and portraits into shareable text format
Producing artistic displays for limited-display environments

Frequently Asked Questions

What image formats are supported?

The tool accepts common image formats including JPG, PNG, GIF, and WebP.

Can I control the level of detail?

Yes, you can adjust character density and output dimensions to balance detail with readability.

Does it support color ASCII art?

Both monochrome and colored ASCII output options are available depending on your needs.

What happens with complex images?

Complex images work best when simplified or with higher character density. High-contrast images produce clearer results.

Can I use custom character sets?

Yes, you can customize which characters are used to create the ASCII representation.