# Stereogram Generator Generate 3D stereogram (Magic Eye) images from text - creates hidden 3D text that reveals itself when viewed correctly > Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/image-stereogram - **Category:** Design - **Keywords:** image, stereogram, 3d, magic eye, sirds, hidden, optical illusion, autostereogram, text ## Overview The Stereogram Generator allows you to create custom 'Magic Eye' images by hiding text within complex patterns. By adjusting font size, pattern styles, and eye separation, you can generate unique 3D optical illusions that reveal hidden messages when viewed with a divergent gaze. ## Inputs - **Hidden Text** (textarea): The text will appear as 3D when viewing the stereogram correctly. Supports multiple lines. - **Font Size (px)** (number): Larger text = more pronounced 3D effect. - **Pattern Type** (select) - **Eye Separation (pixels)** (number): Controls the strength of the 3D effect. Higher = stronger effect. - **Output Width (pixels)** (number): Enter width... - **Output Height (pixels)** (number): Enter height... ## When to use - Creating unique digital puzzles or 'Magic Eye' challenges for social media engagement. - Designing personalized greeting cards or posters with hidden 3D messages. - Generating educational materials to demonstrate optical illusions and binocular depth perception. ## How it works - Enter the text you want to hide and adjust the font size to control the depth and clarity of the 3D effect. - Select a pattern type, such as classic full-color random noise or themed color palettes like warm or cool tones. - Configure the eye separation and output dimensions to optimize the viewing experience for different screens or print sizes. - Generate and download the resulting image file to share or print. ## Use cases - Hiding a secret 'Happy Birthday' message inside a colorful digital card. - Creating a 'find the hidden word' engagement post for a brand's Instagram page. - Designing a unique book cover or art piece that requires a specific viewing technique to reveal the title. ## Frequently asked questions ### How do I see the hidden text? Relax your eyes and look 'through' the image as if focusing on something behind it until the patterns overlap and the 3D text emerges. ### What does the eye separation setting do? It controls the horizontal distance between repeating patterns, which determines the perceived depth and intensity of the 3D effect. ### Can I use multiple lines of text? Yes, the tool supports multi-line text input, though shorter phrases often result in clearer 3D depth. ### Which pattern type is easiest to view? The 'Full Color Random (Classic)' pattern is generally the most effective for beginners to perceive the hidden 3D layer. ### Does font size affect the result? 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