Text Box Generator
Create beautiful ASCII and Unicode boxes around your text, including speech bubbles and shadow effects. All processing happens locally in your browser.
Tips for Text Box Generator
- Use monospace fonts (like the one in the output area) to ensure boxes display correctly.
- For multi-line text, press Enter to create line breaks within your box.
- ASCII styles are compatible with all text editors, while Unicode styles may not display correctly in some environments.
- Add a title to your box to create a labeled container for your text.
- Speech bubbles are great for creating dialog or comic-style text.
- Shadow boxes add a 3D effect that can make your text stand out in plain text documents.
How to Use the Text Box Generator
Basic Usage
- Enter or paste your text in the input area
- Select the box type you want to create (regular, speech bubble, or shadow box)
- Customize the appearance using the available options
- The boxed text will automatically appear in the output area
- Use the copy button to copy the result to your clipboard
Box Types
- Regular Box - A simple box around your text with various border styles
- Speech Bubble - A speech or thought bubble with a tail pointing in the selected direction
- Shadow Box - A box with a shadow effect for a 3D appearance
Customization Options
- Box Style - Choose from single line, double line, rounded, bold, or ASCII styles
- Padding - Adjust the space between your text and the box border
- Text Alignment - Align your text left, center, or right within the box
- Box Title - Add an optional title to your box
- Bubble Style - Choose between speech or thought bubble
- Bubble Direction - Set the direction of the bubble tail
- Shadow Depth - Adjust the depth of the shadow effect
Note: The box output uses Unicode characters for most styles, which may not display correctly in all environments. If you need maximum compatibility, use the ASCII styles.
About Text Box Generator
Text box generators create visual borders or frames around text using ASCII or Unicode characters. These boxes can enhance the visual appeal of plain text, draw attention to important information, or create stylized text art for various purposes.
Common use cases for text boxes include:
- Creating attention-grabbing sections in plain text documents
- Designing simple text-based user interfaces
- Adding visual structure to command-line outputs or logs
- Creating comic-style dialog with speech bubbles
- Generating text art for social media, forums, or messaging
- Adding decorative elements to code comments or documentation
Our Text Box Generator offers multiple box types and styles:
- Regular Boxes - Simple frames with various border styles, from minimalist single lines to ornate double borders
- Speech Bubbles - Comic-style speech or thought bubbles with customizable tails
- Shadow Boxes - Boxes with shadow effects that create a 3D appearance in plain text
- ASCII Compatibility - Options for maximum compatibility with all text environments
- Unicode Styles - More visually appealing options for modern text environments
Whether you're creating documentation, designing a text-based interface, or just adding some flair to your messages, this tool provides a simple way to generate visually appealing text boxes without requiring any design skills or special software.
More Tools
Audio Diary
Record and organize voice notes with this simple audio diary that stores everything locally on your device.
Holiday Vocabulary
Learn essential travel phrases in multiple languages with pronunciation guides for your vacation.
Math Solver
Solve basic math equations and expressions with detailed step-by-step explanations.
Todo List
Organize tasks with drag-and-drop reordering and track your progress with this simple todo list tool.
Shopping List
Keep track of items you need to buy with this simple shopping list tool that remembers what you've purchased.
Text Operations
A collection of 27 text manipulation tools for formatting, transforming, and analyzing text content.
Text Editor
A versatile rich text editor with formatting options and export capabilities.
Virtual Keyboard
Type in different languages with multiple keyboard layouts.
Calculator
Basic calculator and unit conversion tools for everyday calculations.
Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs in your text.
Pomodoro Timer
Boost productivity with timed work and break intervals using the Pomodoro Technique.
IP Address Lookup
Check your public IP address and view related location information.
Image Color Picker
Upload images and pick colors directly from them.
Color Selector
Select colors using RGB, HEX, or HSL pickers and create palettes.
Password Generator
Generate secure passwords with custom requirements.