Frequently asked questions
Everything you might want to know about turning code into images with gilika: how it works, what it supports, and how your code stays private.
How do I turn code into an image with gilika?
Paste your snippet into the editor, pick a theme, background, and aspect ratio, then export a PNG or copy the image straight to your clipboard. Every step happens in your browser, so there is nothing to install and no sign-up required.
What can I use gilika for?
gilika is a fast code-to-image and code screenshot generator for READMEs, blog posts, slides, social media, and documentation. Paste a snippet, style it, and export a high-resolution PNG or copy the image straight to your clipboard.
What image formats can I export?
You can download your code image as a PNG, or copy it directly to your clipboard to paste into a document, chat, or design tool.
Which programming languages are supported?
gilika ships 13 curated languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, JSX, TSX, Python, Go, Rust, Java, HTML, CSS, JSON, Shell, and Markdown. The language is detected automatically, and you can also set it manually.
Is gilika free?
Yes. The free tier includes the full editor, live preview, every theme and background, and 10 exports per month. Pro is $6 per month for unlimited exports and saved styles.
Do I need an account to use it?
No. You can create and export code images anonymously. An account only stores reusable styles, never your code, and is required for the Pro plan.
Does gilika run any analytics or telemetry?
No. Fonts are self-hosted and there is no client-side analytics, tracking, or telemetry. The only network calls are an authentication refresh and a subscription check if you are signed in, and neither carries your code.
Can I customize how the image looks?
Yes. You can choose between multiple themes, solid or transparent backgrounds, macOS, Windows, or Linux window chrome, monospace fonts, line numbers, line highlighting, and 1:1, 4:5, or 16:9 aspect ratios.
What does “gilika” mean, and how is it different from other code-image tools?
gilika is a privacy-first tool for turning code snippets into beautiful, shareable images. Unlike server-side code-image tools that upload your code to a third party to render it, gilika renders everything in your browser, so your code never leaves your device.