ASCII Art Text Generator

What is ASCII Art?

ASCII art is a graphic design technique that uses computers for presentation and consists of pictures pieced together from the 95 printable characters defined by the ASCII standard. Dating back to the 1960s, ASCII art has been a popular way to create visual elements using only text characters.

This generator lets you create ASCII art from text using over 300 different font styles. It's perfect for adding visual flair to text messages, emails, comments, Discord chats, social media posts, or any text-based communication.

How to use this generator

Enter the text you want to convert in the input field
Select a font style from the dropdown menu
Adjust the layout options if needed
Copy the generated ASCII art using the Copy button
Use fullscreen mode for a better view of large ASCII art

Tips for best results

Short text works best for most fonts
Try different fonts to find the one that fits your needs
Adjust Max Width if your ASCII art is getting cut off
The "Fitted" horizontal layout often produces the best results
Enable "Break text at whitespace" for multi-word phrases
Some fonts work better with uppercase text

Create Your ASCII Art

Enter Text

Font Style

Max Width

Horizontal Layout

Vertical Layout

Break text at whitespace when reaching max width

ASCII Art Result

Enter text above to generate ASCII art

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between ASCII art and text art?

ASCII art specifically uses the 95 printable characters from the ASCII standard (American Standard Code for Information Interchange). Text art is a broader term that can include any characters, including Unicode symbols, emojis, and special characters beyond the ASCII set.

Can I use the generated ASCII art commercially?

Yes, the ASCII art you generate with this tool is free to use for both personal and commercial purposes. However, some font styles might have their own licenses, so it's always a good idea to check the license of the specific font you're using for commercial work.

Why does my ASCII art look different in different places?

ASCII art relies on fixed-width (monospace) fonts to maintain its appearance. When pasted into applications that don't use monospace fonts, the spacing gets distorted. For best results, paste your ASCII art into places that use monospace fonts, like code editors, terminal windows, or plain text files.

What are the most popular ASCII art fonts?

Some of the most popular ASCII art fonts include "Standard", "Big", "Banner", "Slant", "Small", "Script", "Shadow", and "Block". These fonts are widely used because they strike a good balance between readability and visual appeal.

Is there a character limit for the ASCII art generator?

While there's no strict character limit, very long text may become unwieldy in ASCII art form. For best results, we recommend keeping your text under 30 characters, especially for larger font styles. You can always experiment with different lengths to see what works best for your specific needs.

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