Create Sprite Sheets Online Combine multiple images into a single sprite sheet with configurable columns and spacing.
Image Sprite Sheet
Combine multiple images into a single sprite sheet with configurable columns and spacing.
Upload Images
Drop or select multiple images (icons, frames) for the sprite sheet.
Configure Layout
Set the number of columns and padding between sprites.
Generate & Download
Generate the sprite sheet image and copy the CSS coordinates.
What Is Image Sprite Sheet?
An Image Sprite Sheet is a single image file that contains multiple smaller images, arranged in a grid, used to reduce the number of HTTP requests made by a web page, thereby improving load times and performance. Web developers and game designers use it to optimize their websites and games, solving the specific problem of slow page loading due to numerous image requests. For instance, when creating icon sets or sprite animations, it can be tedious to manage multiple individual images.
What makes this tool different is its ability to generate both the composite PNG image and the corresponding CSS snippet with background-position coordinates for each sprite, allowing for easy implementation in web projects. The tool also provides features like adjustable column count and padding, giving users control over the arrangement of their sprites. By using it, developers can create optimized CSS sprites that improve website performance.
It allows users to upload individual images, set the desired number of columns and padding between sprites, and then generates a sprite sheet maker output in PNG format along with the necessary CSS code for each image sprite. This process simplifies the creation of combine images sprite sheets, making it easier for developers to implement sprite sheet animations and other visual effects in their projects.
Why Use Image Sprite Sheet?
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Generates sprite sheet image + CSS coordinates
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Configurable columns and padding
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Reduces HTTP requests for better web performance
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Perfect for icon sets and game sprites
Common Use Cases
Web Performance
Combine icons into a single sprite sheet to reduce HTTP requests.
Game Development
Create animation sprite sheets from individual frame images.
Icon Sets
Package multiple icons into a single efficient sprite image.
CSS Sprites
Generate optimized sprite sheets with ready-to-use CSS code.
Technical Guide
The tool uses React to manage state and handle user interactions, such as uploading images and generating the sprite sheet. When an image is uploaded, it creates a URL object using `URL.createObjectURL` and stores the image data in the component's state. The `generate` function is called when the user clicks the "Generate Sprite Sheet" button, which initializes a new canvas element using `canvasRef.current` and gets the 2D drawing context using `getContext('2d')`. It then loads each image using the `Image` constructor and draws it on the canvas at its computed grid position.
The grid positions are calculated based on the number of columns and rows, which are determined by the user's input. The row count is calculated as the ceiling of the image count divided by the column count, ensuring that all images fit within the grid. The canvas dimensions are computed from the maximum width per column and total row height plus padding, taking into account the user's desired level of spacing between sprites. Each image is drawn at its computed grid position using `drawImage`, and the CSS coordinates are generated as negative background-position values for each sprite.
The tool uses JavaScript's built-in `Math.min` and `Math.ceil` functions to calculate the optimal canvas dimensions and row count, ensuring that the sprite sheet is generated efficiently. The resulting sprite sheet is stored in the component's state as a PNG image data URL, which can be downloaded by the user or used directly in their web project. The corresponding CSS code is generated using template literals, with each sprite's background-position coordinates calculated based on its position within the grid. The `copyCSS` function uses the `navigator.clipboard.writeText` API to copy the generated CSS code to the user's clipboard, making it easy to integrate into their project.
Tips & Best Practices
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1Use consistent image sizes for a clean grid
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2Keep padding at 1-2px to minimize wasted space
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3Name your files descriptively for better CSS class names
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4Use powers of 2 for game engine compatibility
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🖼️ Image ToolsFrequently Asked Questions
Q What image sizes work best?
Q Does it generate CSS?
Q How many images can I combine?
Q What about retina displays?
Q Can I use it for game sprites?
About This Tool
Image Sprite Sheet is a free online tool by FreeToolkit.ai. All processing happens directly in your browser — your data never leaves your device. No registration or installation required.