# Pixel Map — Create amazing abstract images

> Create abstract pixel art from photos using custom color palettes. (iPhone/iPad app by Rob Duell PhD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-map/id1568277391 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rob Duell PhD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458271389)
- Category: Graphics & Design, Photo & Video
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-03-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-map/id1568277391/reviews.md

## What is Pixel Map?

The central idea of Pixel Map is that you can take samples with different pixel sizes from your own photographs, and subsequently that you can compose one or two different color palettes to select which colors are used to recolor your pixel map. 

In Pixel Map you can select one of your own photos as the basis for a pixel map. Also, you can select the number of pixels to be used for your Pixel map (the app generates pixel map samples based on the original colors and the aspect ratio of your photo), and you can compose your own palettes by selecting colours from two separate sets of color patches.

You can define your color palettes based either on the colors from your pixel sample, or from a fresh set of color patches. One set of color patches is based on the original pixel sample by employing Artificial Intelligence techniques. The other set of color patches contains a predefined set of several grey values, skin tones and general colors. The proces of recoloring your images also employs Artificial Intelligence techniques.

Only a small thumbnail and of course the pixel maps and their palettes are stored locally on your device. The app supports manually copying your pixel map to an external canvas. You can also export your pixel map by email. To ease the process of copying, a detail view can identify each pixel by a row- and column number.

## Key features

- Sample pixels from photos
- Create custom color palettes
- AI-powered color suggestions
- Recolor pixel maps
- Export pixel maps
- Identify pixels by row/column

## Chart rankings

- #172 in Top Paid · Graphics & Design (US App Store)


## Frequently asked questions about Pixel Map

### What is Pixel Map?

Pixel Map is a graphics and design application that allows users to transform their photographs into abstract pixel art. It enables sampling of pixels from existing images and composing custom color palettes for recoloring.

### How does Pixel Map work?

Users select a photo, choose a pixel size, and then create or select color palettes. The app uses AI to assist in generating color palettes based on the pixel samples or predefined color sets, and then recolors the image.

### Can I use my own photos with Pixel Map?

Yes, Pixel Map allows you to select your own photos as the basis for creating pixel maps. The app generates pixel map samples based on the original colors and aspect ratio of your chosen photo.

### What devices does Pixel Map support?

Pixel Map is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

### What is the age rating for Pixel Map?

Pixel Map has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. It was released on March 15, 2023.

### Does Pixel Map have ads?

No, Pixel Map does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that offers an ad-free experience.

### How can I export my creations from Pixel Map?

Pixel Map supports manually copying your pixel map to an external canvas and exporting it via email. A detail view can also identify each pixel by its row and column number for easier copying.

### Is Pixel Map updated frequently?

The latest version of Pixel Map is 1.0, and it was last updated on July 6, 2022. Future updates will depend on the developer's release schedule.

## Version history (last 1 of 1)

### 1.0 — 2022-07-06

No release notes.

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