ASCII Art Generator
The best free ASCII art generator online. Create ASCII art from text or images instantly.
About This ASCII Art Generator
ASCII art is one of the oldest forms of digital art, using only printable text characters to create images, patterns, and decorative text. Our ASCII art generator combines two powerful conversion modes in one tool: image-to-ASCII conversion using Canvas API pixel analysis, and text-to-ASCII banner generation using the FIGlet font rendering engine. Both modes run entirely in your browser for maximum speed and privacy.
Whether you need a stylish banner for your GitHub README, a retro text header for a terminal application, or a creative text-based version of a photograph, this tool has you covered. Choose from five character sets offering different levels of detail, from the minimal three-character set to the full 70-character detailed set. Adjust the output width from 40 to 200 columns, toggle brightness inversion, and pick from multiple color themes including classic green, cyan, amber, and pink.
Take your ASCII art further with built-in visual effects. Apply CRT scanlines and phosphor glow for an authentic retro monitor look, add matrix rain or glitch distortion for a cyberpunk aesthetic, or use the typewriter effect for animated reveals. Export your finished art as plain text, a styled PNG screenshot, an animated GIF with live effects, or a self-contained HTML page with all styling included.