What is the Pixel Art Maker?
This tool is a free online editor specialized for creating "pixel art" by placing colors precisely square by square. With a steady grid and zoom features, even beginners can easily create digital art for icons, sprites, or social media.
Key Features
- Completely Free: Start drawing immediately in your browser without registration.
- Grid System: Visual guides adjust with zoom levels to help you maintain accuracy.
- High-Quality Export: Save as a transparent PNG, scaled up to maintain sharp pixels for social media use.
- Save Your Progress: Export as JSON to resume editing later or share data with others.
How to Use
- Select your canvas size (e.g., 16x16) and initialize the editor.
- Use the Pen tool and Color Picker to draw your artwork.
- Select the "Move" tool to drag and navigate around the canvas.
- Use "Save Color" to store your favorite colors in the custom palette.
- Choose an export size and click "Export Image" to download your PNG.
- Use "Save Project" to keep your work-in-progress as a file.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Is it really free?
A. Yes, all tools provided by HaruTools Lab are free to use.
Q. Can I save with a transparent background?
A. Yes. Unpainted areas are automatically treated as transparent and saved in PNG format.
Q. Does it work on mobile?
A. Yes, you can draw with your fingertips on iPhone or Android. Use the zoom and move tools for better control.