Pixel Art Grid
This tool draws an exact pixel grid for you: pick the dimensions, tune the lines, and download it as a transparent PNG or a vector SVG. Both exports are free.
A plain grid is the working surface for half the pixel-adjacent crafts out there — cross-stitch and perler bead charts, sprite sheets, level layouts, and drawing references.
Mode
Presets
Lines
Transparent background grid
How It Works
1. Pick a preset — 16 × 16, 32 × 32, 48 × 48 or 64 × 64 — or set any column and row count from 1 to 128.
2. Tune the lines: width from 1 to 8 pixels, any color, and opacity from 0 to 100%.
3. Download the PNG (transparent background) or the SVG (scales to print size without blur).
Add Grid Lines to an Image
Switch to overlay mode and upload a photo or drawing. The grid stretches to fit the image, so you can trace proportions or plan a pattern directly on top of your reference.
The overlay export keeps your image at its own resolution with the grid baked in — the classic art-gridding setup, without the tracing paper.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a pixel art grid used for?
Mostly three things: pattern charts for cross-stitch and perler beads, sprite and level-design sheets for games, and drawing references for tracing or scaling up artwork.
Can I add a grid to a photo?
Yes — switch to overlay mode, upload the photo, and the grid stretches to fit it. Export the composite as PNG, or the grid alone as SVG.
Is the pixel art grid generator free?
Yes. PNG and SVG exports are both free with every setting — no watermark, no Pro gating. The grid is a base material, not an upsell.
What sizes can I make?
Anywhere from 1 × 1 to 128 × 128 cells. In grid-only mode the cell size runs from 8 to 64 pixels, so a 32 × 32 grid can export at anything from 264px to 2056px.
Does the exported grid have a transparent background?
The grid-only PNG does — only the lines are drawn, so you can drop it onto any background or print it. The overlay export keeps your image, obviously.