// Guides
Dithering Guides
Short explainers on dithering algorithms and how to use them — written alongside the free Dither Dog tool.
Floyd-Steinberg Dithering, Explained
How the classic error-diffusion algorithm works, and why it's still the go-to choice for converting photos to 1-bit and low-color images.
How to Dither a GIF Online
Why GIF's 256-color limit causes banding, and how dithering fixes it — or gives your GIF an intentional retro look.
Turn a Photo Into Pixel Art
What actually makes an image read as pixel art, how to pick a palette, and how to generate it from any photo for free.