Pixel Art Converter -- Turn Photos Into Retro Pixel Art
Convert any photo into pixel art style with adjustable pixel block size (2-32px), color palette (2-64 colors), optional grid outlines, and ordered dithering. Download as PNG or WebP. All processing runs 100% locally in your browser.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pixel Art Conversion
How does pixel art conversion work?
The tool downsamples image resolution into discrete pixel blocks, applies color quantization to limit palette depth, and renders nearest-neighbor upscaling with optional Bayer dithering.
Can I adjust the pixel block size and color count?
Yes! You can adjust pixel block size (2px to 32px), palette color depth (2 to 64 colors), toggle pixel grid overlays, and turn dithering on/off.
Can I export pixel art as high-resolution PNGs?
Yes! Nearest-neighbor upscaling ensures that your exported PNG remains razor-sharp without blurriness when zoomed or printed.
Is processing performed on my computer?
Yes, 100% in-browser processing via HTML5 Canvas context with pixelated smoothing disabled.