Manga panel grid planner
Before you open the canvas, decide how many panels you need and how readers will move through them. This planner estimates panel counts from rows and columns, adds gutter spacing notes, and reminds you about left-to-right versus right-to-left reading order so your thumbnails match the final page.
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Runs in your browser. AI-assisted steps need a free account, credits where applicable, and daily limits to keep latency fair for everyone.
From thumbnail to export
Start with a simple grid, then adjust gutters and aspect ratio to match print trim or vertical scroll formats. Use the summary as a checklist when you move into Anifusion comic creator or any drawing app.
Works for scroll and print
Vertical strips favor tall panels; print pages favor consistent margins. The planner keeps numbers transparent so you can adapt the same story beat to different mediums.
Match the grid to your audience
Phone readers skim fast, so fewer, taller panels often read better than dense grids. Magazine and book pages can carry more boxes per spread. Use the summary as a contract: if the grid feels busy in the planner, it will feel busy in final art.
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FAQ
Does this export PSD or clip files?
It outputs measurements and a readable plan you can copy. Use those numbers in your editor of choice.
Can I plan right-to-left manga?
Yes. Toggle reading order in the tool and the notes will remind you to mirror your layout logic.
Is this tied to Anifusion generation?
No. It is a standalone utility. Jump to the comic creator when you are ready to generate panels with AI.
Are gutters measured in pixels or millimeters?
You can work in pixels for digital drafts and still note print bleed separately using the print size helper on this site.