Pixel Art Creator
Create pixel art on a grid
This free online pixel art creator runs in your browser and is part of our Image Tools collection.
Pixel Art Creator
Draw pixel art on a grid
Quick Guide
- Paint: Click and drag to draw pixels
- Erase: Remove pixels by clicking them
- Pick Color: Click any pixel to copy its color
- Change grid size to create different sized artworks
- Download your creation as a PNG image
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Instant In-Browser Execution
Runs locally in JavaScript without wait times or server delays.
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100% Privacy & Security
Your inputs and files are never stored or logged on remote servers.
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Cross-Device Responsive
Fully optimized for mobile smartphones, tablets, and desktop displays.
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100% Free Forever
No subscription fees, no signups, and no software installations.
How to Use the Online Pixel Art Creator
1
Select Canvas Grid Size
Choose your pixel grid resolution: 8x8 (retro icons), 16x16 (classic NES sprites), 32x32 (16-bit SNES/GBA), or 64x64.
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Choose Palette & Drawing Tools
Pick colors from preset retro 8-bit/16-bit palettes, and select Pencil, Eraser, or Paint Bucket Fill.
3
Draw Sprite on Grid
Click and drag across the canvas cells to draw pixel by pixel; toggle grid lines on or off anytime.
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Export Pixel Art PNG
Click "Download" and select upscale scaling (1x, 8x, 16x, 32x) to export a sharp PNG without blurry anti-aliasing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about using this free online pixel art creator.
Why does pixel art look blurry when opened in normal photo viewers? ▾
Standard photo viewers apply bilinear interpolation smoothing when enlarging small 16x16 or 32x32 images. Our tool exports scaled-up PNGs using nearest-neighbor scaling so each pixel remains razor-sharp.
What is the Paint Bucket tool used for? ▾
The paint bucket performs a 4-way flood-fill algorithm, instantly filling all contiguous cells of the matching color with your active palette shade.
Can I draw pixel art with a transparent background? ▾
Yes. Erased pixels remain transparent (indicated by a checkered background), exporting as clean alpha-transparent PNG game sprites.
Can I use these sprites in game engines like Unity, Godot, or GameMaker? ▾
Yes! The exported PNGs are standard transparent sprites ready for immediate import into Unity, Godot, Unreal Engine, or web games.
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