ASCII Pattern Samples
Twelve original patterns, generated from the same rules as the maker. Open a sample to edit its characters, dimensions and repeat, then copy or download the result.
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Offset windows
Small dotted frames, staggered like brickwork.
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Two-character checks with a compact repeat.
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Alternating ribbons cut diagonally across the grid.
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Scanlines
A rhythm of dense vertical bars and quiet columns.
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A left-to-right character-density ramp.
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Radial glow
A soft center spreading into denser edges.
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Sine band
A single shaded wave crossing an open field.
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Contour rings
Character bands centered on the canvas.
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Reproducible, scattered dots with seed 137.
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Signal loop
A continuous text repeat that wraps at the canvas edge.
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Angled weave
A two-row slash tile, repeated without gaps.
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Mirrored steps
An asymmetric tile with alternating reflected positions.
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