🎨 Image to ASCII Art

ImgKit

Convert any image to ASCII text art

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Click to upload or drag & drop an image

JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP supported

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does image to ASCII conversion work?

The image is drawn onto a canvas element, then each pixel region is sampled for brightness. Dark areas get dense characters like @ and #, while bright areas use light characters like periods and spaces, creating a text mosaic of the original image.

What image formats are supported?

All common formats work: JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, BMP, and SVG. Processing happens entirely in your browser — no images are uploaded to any server. Your photos stay private.

How can I improve the ASCII art quality?

Use higher width values (100-150 characters) for more detail. High-contrast images with clear subjects produce the best results. Try the "Detailed" character set for more nuance, or "Blocks" for a different aesthetic.

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