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Pixel Art Maker

Pick a grid, choose colors, and draw pixel by pixel

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Color Palette
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Starter Templates (16×16)

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What Is Pixel Art Maker?

Pixel Art Maker is a free, browser-based drawing tool that lets you create pixel art right in your browser. No downloads, no signups, no fees. Just pick a grid size, choose your colors, and start painting pixel by pixel. When you're done, download your artwork as a crisp, high-resolution PNG.

Whether you're designing game sprites, creating retro-style icons, or just having fun with pixels, this tool gives you everything you need: a curated color palette, multiple grid sizes, fill and eyedropper tools, undo history, and starter templates to get you going.

How It Works

  1. Choose your grid size — 8×8 for quick icons, 16×16 for sprites, or 32×32 for detailed art.
  2. Pick a color from the 24-color palette or use the custom color picker for any shade you need.
  3. Draw by clicking or dragging. Use the fill bucket for large areas, eraser to fix mistakes, and eyedropper to match existing colors.
  4. Download your finished pixel art as a PNG image, scaled up so it's crisp and ready to use.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you make pixel art online?
Use this free pixel art tool — choose a grid size (8×8, 16×16, or 32×32), pick a color from the palette, and click or drag to paint pixels. You can use tools like fill bucket, eraser, and eyedropper, then download your creation as a PNG.
What is the best grid size for pixel art?
16×16 is ideal for beginners — it's small enough to be manageable but large enough for recognizable sprites and icons. 32×32 offers more detail for experienced artists, while 8×8 is great for quick mini icons.
Can I download my pixel art?
Yes! Click the download button to export your pixel art as a high-resolution PNG image. The pixels are scaled up so your art is crisp and usable — a 16×16 grid exports as a 512×512 PNG.

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