# ASCII Matrix Art Generator

A web-based tool to create ASCII art embedded in Matrix-style random character backgrounds, inspired by the classic "digital rain" effect.

![ASCII Matrix Art Example](https://img.shields.io/badge/Status-Live-brightgreen)

## 🌐 Live Demo

Visit the live generator: **[ASCII Matrix Art Generator](https://crasyk.github.io/Andy-TheMatrix/)**

## ✨ Features

- **Custom ASCII Art Input**: Paste any ASCII art into the textarea
- **Matrix-style Background**: Random characters surround your ASCII art
- **Multiple Grid Layouts**: Choose from 1x1 to 5x5 grid arrangements
- **Color Palettes**: 6 themed color schemes (Matrix Green, Rainbow, Neon, Fire, Ocean, Cyberpunk)
- **Customizable Background**: Change background color via hex input or color picker
- **Flexible Sizing**: Auto-sizing, zero padding, or fixed dimensions
- **Export**: Download your creation as PNG image
- **Responsive**: Works on desktop and mobile devices

## 🎮 Controls

### Basic Controls
- **Generate All**: Create new matrices with current settings
- **Change Colors**: Randomize colors using current palette
- **Download Image**: Save as PNG file

### Customization Options
- **ASCII Art**: Multi-line text area for your art
- **Matrix Dimensions**: Width/Height (0 = auto-size)
- **Padding**: 0-50 characters around ASCII art
- **Grid Layout**: Columns x Rows arrangement
- **Color Palette**: 6 themed color schemes
- **Background Color**: Hex input or color picker

### Keyboard Shortcuts
- **G**: Generate new matrices
- **C**: Change colors

## 🛠️ Development

This project includes:
- `index.html` - Main web application
- `main.ipynb` - Original Jupyter notebook with Python implementation
- Research and development files

### Local Development
1. Clone the repository
2. Open `index.html` in your browser
3. No build process required - pure HTML/CSS/JavaScript

## 📚 Background

This project was inspired by creating ASCII pop-up art similar to the Matrix digital rain effect. The original concept was developed in a Jupyter notebook using Python and PIL, then translated to a web-based tool for easy access and sharing.

## 🎨 Example Use Cases

- **Digital Art**: Create unique ASCII art with Matrix-style backgrounds
- **Social Media**: Generate eye-catching text art for posts
- **Programming**: Add cool ASCII headers to your code
- **Design**: Create retro computer-style graphics

## 📄 License

MIT License - Feel free to use and modify!

## 👤 Creator

Created by @nedimark, 2025

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**Enjoy creating your ASCII Matrix Art!** 🎉