BeadWanStep by step
- Open the image converter and choose a JPG or PNG you have permission to use.
- Crop around the subject. For a first attempt, compare a 32 × 32 and a 64 × 64 grid rather than starting at the maximum size.
- Select the palette for the beads you will actually use. Review the result and adjust the color limit or conversion settings when needed.
- Inspect eyes, letters, outlines and isolated cells. Use the editor to fix details that the conversion misses.
- Export the PNG chart and material list. Use A4 printing when the chart is too dense to read on one page.
How big should the grid be?
A completely filled 32 × 32 grid contains 1,024 cells; 64 × 64 contains 4,096. Transparent cells do not need beads. Doubling the width and height quadruples the maximum bead count. Choose based on recognizable detail, available board space and the time you want to spend.
Why the result differs from the photo
A photograph has many more colors and details than a small bead grid. Color matching uses the selected digital palette, so subtle gradients may merge and single-pixel details may disappear. A simpler crop and a manual touch-up often help more than using every available color.
Photo conversion or chart import?
Photo conversion creates a new pixel pattern from artwork or a photo. Importing an existing gridded chart is a separate workflow: its grid must be aligned before sampling. For a clean original PNG exported by BeadWan, retain the original file rather than a compressed screenshot.
Common questions
Can I convert someone else's artwork?
Use images you own or have permission to adapt. A tool's ability to convert an image does not grant permission to redistribute or sell the resulting design.
Will the highest resolution always look best?
No. A large grid can retain unwanted background details and increase the work involved. Compare a few sizes and judge the result by the features that matter to your design.