Guide
Paint by Number Guide
Step-by-step guide to creating your paint by number pattern with PaintKit. Learn how to choose colors, canvas size, detail level, and export your design.
Getting Started
Create your paint by number pattern in 4 simple steps:
1. Upload
Choose a photo from your device. High-resolution images produce the best results.
2. Settings
Configure color count, canvas size, detail level, and style.
3. Generate
PaintKit converts your photo into a numbered pattern — entirely in your browser.
4. Export
Download your pattern as a high-resolution PNG or print-ready A4/A3 PDF.
Settings
Color Count
Controls diagram complexity. More colors = more realistic, but harder to paint.
- 24 colors (Beginner)— Large, simple regions — fast to paint, great for first-timers
- 36 colors (Intermediate)— Moderate detail, realistic representation
- 48 colors (Advanced)— Fine region division, closest to the original photo
Detail Level
Controls how finely regions are split.
- Low— Large regions, fast painting, abstract feel
- Medium— Balanced region size, general-purpose diagram
- High— Small regions included, detailed work, best for high-res photos
Canvas Size
Choose based on how you plan to print.
- A5— Portable, small print, great for practice
- A4— Standard home printer size, most versatile
- A3— Large detailed work
- Frame sizes (F4–F50)— For printing directly onto canvas frames
Color Guide Mode
Lightly tints each region with its assigned paint color.
- Outline Only— Traditional diagram style, for experienced painters
- With Color— Each region shows its color faintly — recommended for beginners
Style
Controls outline fineness.
- Clean— Simple, broad regions — good for quick painting
- Detailed— More regions and finer lines — good for realistic results
Fit Mode
How to handle aspect ratio differences between photo and canvas.
- Fit— Entire image fits within canvas, may leave empty margins
- Fill— Canvas fully covered, may crop edges. Adjust with crop preview.
Tips for Best Results
- ✓Use high-resolution images (1000px+) for the best detail.
- ✓For portraits and pets, use 48 colors + High detail level.
- ✓For simple landscapes or illustrations, use 24 colors + Low detail level.
- ✓A4 is the most versatile print size — works with most home printers.
- ✓Use Color Guide mode if you are a beginner.