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title: "ASCII Image"
canonical_url: "https://framerhub.io/components/ascii-image"
last_updated: "2026-06-15T14:46:28.603Z"
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## Transform Images into ASCII Art

Create retro-style ASCII art effects from any image. Perfect for hero sections, backgrounds, or unique visual effects that stand out.

## Features

**Image Conversion**
Upload any image and watch it transform into a grid of ASCII characters in real-time.

**Grid Control**
Fine-tune the resolution with adjustable columns (10-400) and rows (10-400) for the perfect balance of detail and performance.

**Color Palettes**
Choose from three color modes:

- **Mono** — Classic monochrome look
- **Grey 4** — 4-level grayscale for subtle depth
- **Color** — Full RGB color preservation

**Custom Charset**
Define your own character set to control the visual density and style of the output.

**Extended Font Controls**
Full control over font family, size, weight, line height, and letter spacing.

**Responsive Design**
Automatically adapts to container size changes with optimized debounced resize handling (100ms) using ResizeObserver for smooth performance.

## Use Cases

**Hero Sections** — Create eye-catching headers with ASCII-style imagery

**Portfolio Sites** — Stand out with unique visual effects

**Retro Themes** — Perfect for nostalgic or tech-focused designs

**Interactive Backgrounds** — Add visual interest without heavy assets

![ASCII Image Preview](/framerhub/img/components/control/ascii-image.jpg)

## How to Use

### Installation

1. Log in to your account at framerhub.io
2. Navigate to framerhub.io/dashboard
3. Find ASCII Image in your Recent Purchases
4. Click the "Copy" button
5. Open your Framer project
6. Paste the component anywhere on your canvas (Cmd/Ctrl + V)

### Customization

**Grid Settings**

- Columns: Controls horizontal resolution (default: 120)
- Rows: Controls vertical resolution (default: 60)

**Visual Options**

- Charset: Custom characters for ASCII mapping
- Invert: Toggle light/dark character mapping
- Palette: Choose color output mode

**Typography**

- Font: Extended controls for font family, size, weight, and spacing

### Quick Tips

**Performance** — Lower grid values (60-80 columns) for smooth performance on mobile. Higher values (150+) for detailed desktop displays.

**Monospace Fonts** — Use monospace fonts like Courier New or Fira Code for authentic ASCII aesthetics.

**Contrast** — Enable Invert for dark backgrounds, disable for light backgrounds.

## License

**Single Use License** — Use in one client project with full commercial rights. No redistribution. 1 license = 1 client.

## Refund Policy

Due to the nature of our digital products, we are unable to offer refunds, but we're here to assist you with any questions or concerns!

## Why Designers Love This

Add a unique, retro-tech aesthetic to any project with zero performance impact. ASCII art creates memorable visual experiences that set your designs apart.

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