How do I copy this gradient?

Use the copy button to copy all lines at once.

Why use character gradients in ASCII art?

Different character densities create shading effects in plain text.

Shaded

Character-density gradient from @ to dots, classic ASCII shading.

@@@@%%
###***
++==--
::....

An ASCII shading gradient sample.

Steps through @ # + = - : . to show how ASCII artists simulate light-to-dark fades without color.

How to copy and use gradient ASCII art.