Upload or start blank
Choose a reference image, or switch to Blank Grid to create a grid without a photo.
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Add a Grid to Any Photo or Image
Create a clean grid overlay without installing an app. Upload a photo, customize the grid in real time and export the finished image directly from your browser.
✓ Images stay on your device
✓ Instant live preview
✓ PNG, JPG and SVG export
Upload a reference image
Your image stays on this device. Add a customizable drawing grid in seconds.
01Images stay on your deviceNo. Image processing happens locally in your browser using HTML5 Canvas, so your reference image does not need to be sent to our server.
02Instant live previewUse the same editor as a blank grid generator when you need a printable practice sheet, proportion guide or custom square grid. Every change appears instantly in the live preview.
03PNG, JPG and SVG exportYes. Switch to Blank Grid mode, choose the canvas and grid size, then use Print or export the grid as PNG, JPG or SVG.
Grid Generator Tool
A flexible grid overlay for images
Use a grid overlay to study composition, align details, measure relative positions or prepare a visual reference for drawing. The grid can be subtle or high contrast depending on the image underneath.
Your photo is processed with HTML5 Canvas on your device. It is not uploaded to our server, which keeps the workflow fast and private.
Simple workflow
How to use the grid maker
Create a useful drawing grid in four quick steps.
Set rows and columns
Pick a preset or enter the exact number of grid cells you want.
Customize guides
Change line color, width and opacity, then add labels, center lines or diagonals.
Download or print
Export the finished grid as PNG or JPG. Blank grids can also be downloaded as SVG.
Artist friendly
Useful for more than one kind of artwork
Portrait drawing
Keep eyes, nose, mouth and facial proportions aligned while working from a photo.
Painting transfer
Scale a reference onto a larger canvas without losing the original proportions.
Sketch practice
Train observation by focusing on one small section of the reference at a time.
Composition study
Use rows, columns, center lines and diagonals to inspect placement and balance.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Add a grid overlay to any image or photo online. Control rows, columns, color, line width, opacity and labels, then save the result as PNG or JPG.
What is a grid maker?+
A grid maker creates evenly spaced rows and columns over an image or on a blank canvas. Artists often use the result as a reference for accurate drawing and scaling.
Does this tool upload my image?+
No. Image processing happens locally in your browser using HTML5 Canvas, so your reference image does not need to be sent to our server.
What grid size should I use for drawing?+
An 8×8 or 10×10 grid is a good starting point for many drawings. Detailed references may benefit from more cells, while simple subjects often need fewer.
Can I add numbers or coordinates to the grid?+
Yes. You can display numbers, letters or cell coordinates to make it easier to find matching squares on your drawing surface.
Can I print a blank grid?+
Yes. Switch to Blank Grid mode, choose the canvas and grid size, then use Print or export the grid as PNG, JPG or SVG.