Product Updates
Track every new feature, improvement, and fix. Grid Maker is constantly evolving based on feedback from artists like you.
v3.3
Late July 2026Latest- FixProportion Calculator returned the wrong scale factor whenever the reference and the canvas used different units - an inch reference on a centimetre canvas could read 7.50x where the true scale was 2.95x. Both surfaces are now converted before comparing
- FixScaling between pixels and a physical size now explains that it needs a DPI instead of printing a made-up ratio
- FixPaint by Number color keys were clipped on printouts at 19 or more colors - the legend now sizes itself to the palette and clears consumer-printer margins at every palette size
- ImprovementLine-art PDFs - printable grid paper, coloring pages and paint-by-number templates - now export losslessly instead of as JPEG. No more compression halos around 1px grid lines, and smaller files
- FixMural chalk-line measurements were formatted with thousands separators and joined with commas, so seven positions could read as thirteen numbers. Fixed on screen and in the downloaded plan
- FixAn out-of-range column count in the Mural Scaling Calculator could hang the tab - grid size is now bounded at both ends
- ImprovementInstagram Grid Splitter now cuts tiles when you download instead of on every change, cutting memory use dramatically and making layout switching instant
- FixNine tool pages opened with their content flush against the site header - all pages now share the same spacing
- ImprovementSecurity: banning an account now revokes its active sessions immediately rather than at next sign-in
v3.2
July 2026- FeatureColoring Page Generator - turn any photo into printable line art with bold-outline or fine-detail modes, adjustable detail and line thickness. Free PNG download, Pro adds Letter & A4 PDFs and high-resolution exports
- FeatureDrawing Pets & Animals - a 30-page illustrated handbook covering animal construction, eyes, fur and feathers, value, and per-animal chapters for dogs, cats, birds and horses
- FeatureLifetime Pro - a one-time purchase alternative to a subscription, with everything included forever
- FeaturePause your subscription between projects instead of cancelling - billing stops, your account and settings are held, and you resume in one click
- FeatureOne-click trial start page, so members can begin a trial without a detour through pricing
- ImprovementRebuilt every download path for reliability across browsers - notably iOS Safari and in-app browsers, where saving a file could previously fail silently
- Fix"Start over" could leave the pre-reset draft recoverable, so old settings or an old image could reappear after leaving and returning to the tab. Also keeps duplicate tabs in sync
v3.1
Late June 2026- FeatureThree illustrated technique handbooks, included with Pro: The Grid Method Handbook (13 pages), Proportions: Face & Figure (14 pages) and Shading & Value Mastery (12 pages)
- FeatureLifecycle emails for members: a mid-trial guide to the highest-value tools, a heads-up before a trial converts, and a monthly summary of what's new in Pro
- ImprovementMore themed worksheet packs, and cover thumbnails throughout the library so you can see what is inside a pack before downloading it
- ImprovementRebuilt the Pro hub as a clear free-vs-Pro comparison, with real artist stories and a trial-activation checklist for members
- ImprovementCustom on-brand illustrations and real example artwork across the use-cases pages
- ImprovementSecurity: disposable and temporary email addresses are now blocked at signup
- FixA failed magic-link sign-in silently bounced people to a blank login page
- FixMobile menu stayed open when tapping the Pro pill; trust-strip alignment broke when a stat caption wrapped
v3.0
June 2026Major release- FeatureGrid Maker accounts - sign in with Google, email and password, or a magic link. Every existing tool stays free
- FeatureGrid Maker Pro, with a 14-day free trial and no charge up front
- FeaturePro Tools Hub - every premium tool in one place, with a free-vs-Pro breakdown
- FeaturePerspective Grid Generator - a full 1, 2 and 3-point editor with adjustable horizon and vanishing points. Free PNG export; Pro adds 2K/4K and transparent overlays for Procreate and Photoshop
- FeatureArt Projector - display a reference fullscreen with a grid overlay and trace straight from the screen. Pro adds flip, grayscale/invert, brightness, grid color and screen wake-lock
- FeatureMural Scaling Calculator - scale a reference to wall size with exact chalk-line positions, paint estimates and a downloadable plan
- FeaturePaint by Number Generator - turn a photo into a numbered template with a matching color key and a print-ready PDF
- FeatureGrid Drawing Worksheet Maker - the classic classroom layout from any image, free as a 300 DPI PNG; Pro adds PDFs, custom title and instructions, and unbranded sheets
- FeatureCanvas Size Calculator and Portrait Proportion Guides, with print-ready A4 300 DPI proportion sheets in Pro
- FeaturePrintable worksheet pack library - themed grid drawing packs, plus 3 free starter packs (15 worksheets) with every account
- FeatureA Pro layer inside the free tools: per-cell diagonal and triangulation guides, rule-of-thirds and golden-ratio overlays, 2x/4x print exports, dot-grid and isometric paper, Instagram mega-grid layouts (12 and 15 posts), and print-ready summary sheets from every calculator
- FeatureExact-cell-size printable grid paper - 1/4 to 1 inch, 5 mm and 1 cm, true to size at 100% print. Free
- FeatureReferral program - earn 14 free Pro days for every artist you invite who subscribes
- FeatureSaved presets for your grid setups. Only settings are stored, never your images
- FeatureWorking contact form, plus a refund policy and updated privacy and terms covering accounts, billing and referrals
- ImprovementLocked Pro features are shown disabled rather than hidden, so it is always clear what an upgrade adds
- ImprovementFaster static tool pages and a grouped two-column navigation menu
v2.5
April 2026- FeaturePrintable grid paper generator with PDF, PNG, and JPG export at 300 DPI
- FeatureInstagram grid splitter tool - split images into tiles for seamless Instagram layouts
- FeatureEmbedded Grid Maker tool directly on grid generator, grid overlay, and drawing grid pages
v2.4
March 2026- FeatureAdded aspect ratio calculator tool for artists
- FeatureAdded proportion calculator for scaling drawings
- ImprovementNew tutorials & resources hub with learning paths
- ImprovementExpanded FAQ section with 25+ questions and answers
- ImprovementAdded trust & security page with privacy documentation
- ImprovementNew get-started guide for first-time users
v2.3
February 2026- FeatureComprehensive blog with 20+ articles on grid drawing techniques
- FeatureTopic clusters: Grid Method, Grid Types, Photo Grids, Art Education, Printable Resources
- ImprovementEnhanced SEO with structured data across all pages
- ImprovementImproved comparison page with detailed alternative analysis
v2.2
January 2026- FeatureArtist gallery showcasing artwork created with grid techniques
- FeatureTestimonials page with real artist experiences
- ImprovementBetter mobile responsiveness across all pages
- FixFixed grid line rendering at very high opacity levels
v2.1
December 2025- FeatureCell labels (A1, B2, C3) for easy grid square reference
- FeatureJPG export option alongside PNG
- ImprovementFaster grid rendering performance on large images
- ImprovementSmoother opacity slider with real-time preview
v2.0
November 2025- FeatureComplete redesign with modern, artist-focused interface
- FeatureDrag and drop image upload
- FeatureReal-time grid preview as you adjust settings
- FeatureBlank grid canvas mode - create grids without an image
- ImprovementFull responsive design for all screen sizes
v1.5
October 2025- FeatureAdjustable line thickness from 1px to 10px
- FeatureFull color picker for grid line colors
- ImprovementHigher resolution exports preserving original image quality
- FixFixed grid alignment on non-square images
v1.0
September 2025- FeatureInitial release of Grid Maker
- FeatureCustom grid rows and columns (2×2 to 50×50)
- FeatureImage upload with grid overlay
- FeaturePNG download at full resolution
- Feature100% client-side processing - images never uploaded to servers
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