Private browser tools for creative grids

Free Online Grid Maker

Choose the result you need, open the focused tool, and turn one image into a drawing grid, Instagram split, printable layout, transparent hex overlay, or crochet chart without creating an account.

Runs in your browserNo sign-upDirect hex PNG downloads
Rainy day doodle example image
See the difference before you choose

One image can produce five very different results.

Start with the result you need. A drawing grid keeps a reference photo in proportion, an Instagram splitter creates ready-to-post tiles, an image splitter makes equal pieces, a hex grid lines up a map, and a crochet chart turns an illustration into stitch squares.

The image on this page is only an example. You can open any tool and use your own JPG, PNG, or WebP file. Your image is processed in your browser, so it does not need to be sent to an upload service.

Not sure which one to open? Choose Drawing for art practice, Instagram for social posts, Image Splitter for equal cuts, Hex for maps or printable hex paper, and Crochet for a stitch pattern.

Grid maker use cases

Pick the page by the output you need.

The fastest path is to start from the result: a printable worksheet, an ordered ZIP, a transparent overlay, or a pattern chart. Each tool keeps the necessary settings near the preview so you can check the result and download it without sorting through unrelated controls.

Drawing grid maker for reference art

Add an adjustable grid to a portrait, object, or landscape photo. Download the gridded reference and a matching blank worksheet so you can copy proportions onto paper, canvas, or a classroom handout.

Use Drawing Grid Maker

Instagram profile, banner, or carousel tiles

Turn one image into profile tiles, a three-post banner, or swipeable carousel panels. The preview shows the final layout and the ZIP names each PNG in the order you should post it.

Split for Instagram

Hex grids for maps and tabletop games

Place a hex grid over a battle map or board layout, or download a ready-made transparent PNG or printable PDF. Choose pointy or flat cells and adjust the size until the grid lines up with your map.

Make a Hex Grid

Crochet charts from images

Turn a simple illustration into a stitch chart with a color legend and row-by-row planning information. Images with clear shapes and a limited palette usually make the easiest patterns to read and crochet.

Make a Crochet Chart
Before you start

Start simple, then add precision only when it helps.

Start with the few settings that change the result. You can adjust line weight, opacity, crop, orientation, labels, or paper size when you need more control.

Drawing from a photo

Start with fewer rows and columns for a clear guide. Add more cells only when you need extra accuracy around faces, hands, lettering, or other small details.

Preparing an Instagram post

Choose Profile Grid for a profile mosaic, Banner Row for one image across several posts, or Carousel for a swipeable sequence. Check the preview before downloading so you do not have to guess the posting order.

Printing or mapping

Use Letter or A4 when you need paper. For a map overlay, use a transparent PNG and adjust the cell size, orientation, opacity, and offset until the lines match the artwork.

Which grid maker do you need?

One word, many jobs.

The right tool depends on what you want to download: a drawing worksheet, social media tiles, image pieces, a map overlay, or a crochet chart.

Grid maker tools compared by user and output
ToolBest forOutput
DrawingArtists, students, teachersReference photo grid and blank worksheet
InstagramCreators and small brandsProfile tiles, banner rows, carousel panels, ZIP
Image SplitterDesigners, creators, print workflowsRows, columns, pixels, overlap, ZIP
CrochetCrafters and pattern makersColor chart, legend, row instructions
HexTTRPG players and designersTransparent overlays, printable hex paper, SVG

Frequently asked questions

Is Grid Maker free?

Yes. The live grid tools run in your browser and do not require sign up.

Are my images uploaded?

No. Image-based tools process files locally in the browser canvas.

Why are there separate tools instead of one editor?

Drawing, Instagram, image splitting, crochet, and hex maps need different settings and file types. Separate tools keep the controls relevant to the result you want.

Which grid maker should I choose?

Choose Drawing for reference photos, Instagram for social tiles, Hex for map overlays or transparent downloads, Image Splitter for equal cuts, and Crochet for color charts.

Can I download files without creating an account?

Yes. The live tools are designed for direct browser downloads without an account gate.

Can I use the same image across different grid tools?

Yes. The same image can be used as a drawing reference, Instagram split, image splitter source, or crochet chart source. Each tool changes the output format, not the original file on your device.

What image works best for an online grid maker?

Clear images with visible subjects work best. Simple drawings, product photos, maps, portraits, and craft references are easier to grid, split, or convert than very dark images or images with tiny details.

Does a higher grid count always make a better result?

No. A higher grid count gives more reference points, but it can also make the page harder to read. Use enough rows and columns to guide placement, then keep the grid light enough to draw or print comfortably.

Can I use Grid Maker for classroom worksheets?

Yes. Teachers can make drawing grids, blank grids, printable hex paper, and image splitting worksheets directly in the browser. For privacy, uploaded classroom images are processed locally in the current tools.

Which tool should I use for a vertical illustration?

Use Drawing Grid Maker for art practice, Instagram tools for social tiles or carousel panels, Image Splitter for equal pieces, and Crochet Grid Maker when you want to turn the illustration into a stitch chart.