Grid Maker Pro Documentation

Uploading Your First Image

To begin using Grid Maker Pro, you need to upload an image. There are two ways to do this:

1. Click "Choose Image" button and select a file from your device
2. Drag and drop an image file directly onto the upload area

Understanding the Interface

Once your image is loaded, you'll see the main interface with:

• Preview Area: Shows your image with the grid overlay in real-time
• Control Panel: Located on the left/right side with all customization options
• Download Button: Saves your gridded image when you're satisfied

Creating Your First Grid

1. Upload your image
2. Choose a grid type (Standard, Rule of Thirds, or Dynamic Symmetry)
3. Adjust grid size using the slider (2×2 to 20×20)
4. Select a contrasting color for grid lines
5. Fine-tune line thickness and opacity
6. Click "Download" to save your gridded image

Grid Size Adjustment

Control the number of rows and columns in your grid:

• Range: 2×2 to 20×20 grid configurations
• Recommended: 4×4 to 6×6 for simple subjects, 8×8 to 10×10 for portraits, 12×12+ for complex details
• How to adjust: Use the slider or number input field

Grid Type Selection

Color Picker & Presets

Choose grid line colors for maximum visibility:

• Preset Colors: Red, White, Black, Blue, Green, Yellow
• Custom Colors: Full color picker for any hex/RGB value
• Contrast Tips: Use red/black for light images, white/yellow for dark images

Line Thickness Control

Adjust the width of grid lines:

• Range: 1px (thin hairline) to 5px (bold lines)
• Recommended: 2px for most uses, 1px for fine detail, 3-4px for printing

Grid Labels

Enable coordinate labeling (A1, B2, C3, etc.):

• Letters: Label columns vertically (A, B, C...)
• Numbers: Label rows horizontally (1, 2, 3...)
• Usage: Helps reference specific squares when transferring drawings

Standard Grid

The traditional grid drawing method used by artists for centuries.

Rule of Thirds

Professional composition technique dividing the image into 9 equal parts.

Dynamic Symmetry (Golden Ratio)

Advanced composition using the mathematical golden ratio (1:1.618).

Speed up your workflow with these keyboard shortcuts:

Grid Maker Pro works on all modern browsers. Here's the full compatibility matrix:

System Requirements

• Internet Connection: Required for initial load
• JavaScript: Must be enabled
• RAM: 2GB+ recommended for large images
• Screen Resolution: 1024×768 minimum, 1920×1080 recommended

Supported Input Formats

Output Format

All gridded images are downloaded as high-quality PNG files:

• Format: PNG (Portable Network Graphics)
• Compression: Lossless (no quality degradation)
• Resolution: Original image resolution maintained
• Why PNG: Preserves sharp grid lines without artifacts

Resolution Guidelines

Grid Lines Too Thick or Thin

Problem: Grid lines obscure details or are barely visible.

Solution: Adjust line thickness slider (1-5px). Use 1-2px for fine detail work, 3-4px for printing and high-resolution images.

Grid Color Not Contrasting Enough

Problem: Can't see grid lines clearly against image.

Solution: Use red for most images, white for dark images, black for very light images. Avoid using colors similar to your image's dominant tones.

Image Quality Loss After Download

Problem: Downloaded image looks pixelated or blurry.

Solution: Grid Maker Pro preserves original resolution. If quality seems lower, check your source image quality. Upload the highest resolution version available.

Print Quality Problems

Problem: Printed grids look jagged or unclear.

Solution: Use images at 300 DPI or higher for printing. Print on matte paper to reduce glare. Ensure printer settings are set to "Best" or "High Quality."

Mobile Device Issues

Problem: Interface difficult to use on phone/tablet.

Solution: Rotate device to landscape mode for better viewing. Use two-finger pinch to zoom. Grid Maker Pro is touch-optimized but works best on tablets over phones.

Grid Size Recommendations by Subject