Create ZigZag Text

Transform your text into a visual wave pattern flowing across multiple lines.

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Visual Art

Create eye-catching text waves that stand out in comments and posts.

Instant Preview

See your text zigzag in real-time as you type or adjust settings.

Adjustable Height

Control the amplitude of the wave by changing the number of rows.

Try These Examples

Classic ZigZag (2 Rows)

Standard up-and-down wave pattern on two lines.

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Tall Wave (4 Rows)

A taller wave pattern spread across four lines.

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Extreme ZigZag (6 Rows)

Wide oscillation for larger text art.

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Binary Wave

Visualizing data streams in a wave.

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What is ZigZag Text?

ZigZag text (also known as the Rail Fence pattern) is a way of writing text where characters are written in a zigzag pattern diagonally up and down on successive "rails" or lines.

This effect creates a visually interesting "wave" of text that is often used in ASCII art, creative coding, and cryptography (Rail Fence Cipher).

How it Works

Imagine writing your message on a zigzag path across multiple rows. When you read the text horizontally row by row, you get the encrypted "Rail Fence" cipher text. However, this tool displays the visual zigzag pattern itself, preserving the spaces so you can see the wave effect.

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How to use this tool

  1. Enter Text: Type or paste your message into the input area.
  2. Set Rows: Adjust the number of rows to change the height of the wave.
  3. Copy Result: The tool generates a multi-line string with spaces preserving the layout. Copy and paste it into code blocks or monospace environments.