# Type Dither

> Web-based generator for customizable pixelated and dithered typography effects

Type Dither is an interactive web tool that applies real-time dithering and pixel distortion effects to custom text. It allows designers to adjust pixel scale, rounding, and styling directly in the browser without complex design software. The final typography can be exported immediately as a PNG image.

Website: https://typedither.vercel.app/

## What it is for

- Generate pixel-art typography and headings for posters or album covers
- Create retro digital text graphics for web and social media visuals
- Export quick dithered type assets as PNGs without opening Photoshop

## Features

- Custom text input with bold and italic styling
- Adjustable pixel size and pixel distortion controls
- Invert pixels and rounded pixels toggles
- Background and element color customization
- One-click PNG image export

## Pricing

Free to use

## Details

- Type: Web app
- Category: [Design](https://xiry.app/topics/design.md)
- Topic: [Typography](https://xiry.app/topics/design/typography.md)
- Platforms: Web
- For: Graphic designers, digital artists, and typography enthusiasts
- Alternative to: Photoshop
- Tags: typography, dithering, pixel art, text effects, graphic design

## Why it was saved

- [@designbarbiana, 24 September 2024](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DAThmh2R-eE/): Enables graphic designers to quickly create pixel-art typography effects with custom colors, rounded pixels, and distortion settings without complex Photoshop workflows.

## Compare

- [Alternatives to Photoshop](https://xiry.app/alternatives/photoshop.md)

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- [Stack & Justify](https://xiry.app/resources/stack-and-justify): Browser tool to generate aligned type specimens using equal-width words (Web app, Open source)

Updated 3 October 2026. Page: https://xiry.app/resources/type-dither

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