ASCII Art Generator
Convert text to ASCII art. Choose from multiple fonts for fun banners and text art.
About this calculator
Generate ASCII banners from text in block, shadow or thin fonts. Pick a font, press Generate and copy the output.
Good for command-line tools, GitHub profiles and retro-style headings.
How to use it
- Enter the text.
- Pick a Style.
- Press Generate, then Copy.
How it works
ASCII art builds pictures and large letters from printable characters. The generator maps each letter of your text to a pre-drawn block of characters in the style you choose, then lines them up. Fonts such as block, shadow, thin and banner trade size for readability.
Worked example
Typical use
| Banner for a script | A 5-line tall banner of your project name |
Tips and common mistakes
- Use a monospace font when pasting, or the shape will break.
- Keep text short; wide banners overflow narrow screens.
- Try different styles for the best fit.
- Paste into terminals, README files and code comments.
- For chat apps, wrap in a code block to preserve spacing.
Frequently asked questions
What is ASCII art?
Pictures and lettering made from keyboard characters.
Where can I use it?
READMEs, terminal banners, email signatures and social posts.
Why does it look broken when I paste it?
The target app is not using a monospace font.
Which styles are available?
Several fonts such as block, shadow, thin and banner.
How long can the text be?
Keep it to a few words.
Is it free?
Yes.