Image to ASCII Art Converter

Use this Image to ASCII Art tool to convert pictures into text-based art made from characters like @, #, *, and .. Everything runs in your browser for speed and privacy.

How it works

The converter scales your image down to a small grid, computes the brightness of each pixel, and maps that brightness to a character from a selected character set. Darker pixels become “heavier” characters (like @), and lighter pixels become “lighter” characters (like spaces).

How to use

Upload an image (PNG/JPG/WEBP/GIF).
Choose output width in characters. Lower width = faster; higher width = more detail.
Pick a character set (standard, dense, or blocks).
Optional: invert light/dark or tweak aspect correction.
Copy or download the ASCII output.

Tips for better results

Try width 120–160 for a good balance of detail and speed.
Use the dense charset for photos, and blocks for high-contrast logos.
Adjust aspect correction if your ASCII art looks too tall or too short.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this tool upload my image to a server?

No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser. The image is processed locally and never leaves your device.

Why does the ASCII art look stretched?

Text characters are usually taller than they are wide. Use the aspect correction setting to compensate and make the output proportions match the original image more closely.

What image formats are supported?

Most modern browsers support PNG, JPG/JPEG, WEBP, and GIF. If one format fails, try converting the image to PNG.

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