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Text to PNG Generator

The text to PNG generator turns any text into a transparent PNG image in 8 clean fonts, with optional outline and shadow for overlays.

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PNG Size and Print Resolution Calculator

How big will your text image be? Set the text, font size and padding to see the PNG’s pixel size and file size, how large it prints at 72, 150 and 300 DPI, and whether it fits common social images such as an Instagram post or a YouTube thumbnail.

Font size: 110 px
Padding: 40 px
0PNG size (px)
0Approx. file size
Print atWidthHeight

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Why Save Text as PNG

A PNG of your text looks identical everywhere, with or without the font installed. Tap a use to copy it.

Transparent Backgrounds Explained

PNG keeps an alpha channel, so only the letters are visible on a photo. The checkered pattern in the preview marks the transparent area.

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PNG

Lossless and supports transparency: the right choice for text.

Transparency5/5
Sharpness5/5
Small file3/5

How to Make a Text PNG

4 quick steps.

Step 1 of 4

Your text

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◌ Your text ◌

⬇ text.png

Common Image Sizes

Plan your text PNG around where it will go.

X header1,500 px wide
YouTube thumbnail1,280 px wide
Instagram post1,080 px wide
Instagram story1,080 px wide

Instagram stories are 1080 × 1920, posts 1080 × 1080, YouTube thumbnails 1280 × 720 and X headers 1500 × 500.

Text PNG Tips

Make your text image work everywhere.

Exporting 2× and scaling down

Text to PNG FAQs

What resolution is the PNG?

The PNG matches the size shown under the preview; raise the Size slider for a larger image. The calculator above estimates the pixel size before you export.

Can I add an outline for readability?

Yes, set Outline above 0 and pick a contrasting outline color.

How big will my text print?

Divide the pixel width by the DPI and multiply by 2.54 for centimetres. The calculator shows 72, 150 and 300 DPI sizes.

Why does my PNG have a white background?

Choose Transparent as the background before downloading.

Is PNG better than JPG for text?

Yes, PNG keeps letter edges sharp and supports transparency; JPG blurs edges.

Can I use the PNG commercially?

Yes, the fonts are open-licensed and the image is yours.

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