ascii-image-converter
Convert images to ASCII or Braille art from the command line with this cross-platform tool.
About ascii-image-converter
ascii-image-converter is a command-line tool that converts images into ASCII art and prints the result to the console. It runs on Windows, Linux and macOS, supports JPEG/JPG, PNG, BMP, WEBP, TIFF/TIF and GIF input, and can process multiple file paths and URLs, GIFs, and piped binary input. It also supports braille-character output and color output using colors from the original image.
Output depends on terminal setup: color requires 24-bit or 8-bit color support, braille display depends on terminal and font, and quality depends on font size and terminal width. The Snap package does not have access to hidden files or files outside the $HOME directory.
Key features
- Converts images to ASCII art printed on console
- Outputs braille art with -b flag
- Processes multiple image paths, URLs, and GIFs
- Accepts piped binary image input
- Shows color ASCII using original image colors
- Supports JPEG, PNG, BMP, WEBP, TIFF, GIF inputs
Best for: Command-line users on Windows, Linux, or macOS who want image-to-ASCII or braille output.
Good for
- Runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS
- Accepts multiple paths, URLs, GIFs, and piped input
- Offers installs via apt, Homebrew, AUR, Scoop, Snap, and Go
Watch out for
- Snap build cannot access hidden files or files outside $HOME
- Color output needs terminal with 24-bit or 8-bit color support
- Braille display depends on terminal and font in use
ascii-image-converter at a glance
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Text Editors
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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ascii-image-converter FAQ
Which image formats are supported?
JPEG/JPG, PNG, BMP, WEBP, TIFF/TIF, and GIF.
How do I display color ASCII art?
Use -C or --color. The terminal must support 24-bit or 8-bit colors for appropriate results.
How do I output braille art?
Use -b or --braille to use braille characters instead of ASCII. Display depends on the terminal and font used.
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