ASCII Banner Generator

Turn text into large ASCII art banners with multiple font styles. Copy and paste for READMEs and terminals. Free.

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What is ASCII art text?

This tool turns ordinary words into large letters drawn from smaller characters, the classic FIGlet-style ASCII art you see in terminal banners, README headers, and command-line tools. Type your text, pick a font, and copy the result.

Because it is plain text, you can paste it anywhere a monospaced font is used and it keeps its shape.

Where to use it

ASCII banners are popular in code comments, program startup screens, README files, terminal MOTD messages, and retro-style chat. They add personality without needing an image.

For the art to line up correctly, display it in a monospaced font (like the one in most code editors and terminals). Everything is generated in your browser.

Frequently asked questions

What is FIGlet text?
FIGlet is the classic program that renders words as large letters made of ASCII characters. This tool produces the same banner-style text.
Where can I use ASCII art text?
In code comments, README files, terminal startup banners, and anywhere a monospaced font is displayed.
Why does the art look misaligned?
It needs a monospaced font to line up. Proportional fonts shift the characters and break the shape.
Is my text sent anywhere?
No. The banner is generated locally in your browser.