01Direct answer
What is Token Maker actually for?
Token Maker is a browser editor for turning character art, monster portraits, and NPC avatars into tabletop tokens with cropping, masks, borders, text, and PNG export.
FAQ
Five common questions about Token Maker
Find quick answers about workflow fit, image handling, styles, and export size.
Use this page when you want the short version first. Each section answers a practical question, then points you to the editor, templates, or privacy note when a deeper check is useful.
5 common questionsWorkflow and exportsLocal image handling
Start here
Confirm what the editor is for and whether the tabletop workflow matches your use case.
03Direct answer
Which tabletops and workflows does it fit best?
The output is aimed at common PNG-based tabletop workflows such as Roll20, Foundry VTT, Owlbear Rodeo, and similar setups where a clean token image matters more than a layered design file.
Next move
Compare template directionsPick a starting format before you spend time tuning borders and export choices.
Control and style
Know what stays local and how far you can push masks, borders, and campaign-specific styling.
02Direct answer
Do my images stay in the browser?
The default workflow is local-first. For the normal crop-and-export flow, portrait images can stay in the browser instead of being pushed to a remote upload step.
04Direct answer
Can I use shapes, custom borders, and masks that match my campaign?
Yes. The editor supports circular, square, and polygon crops, and you can also bring in custom border or mask artwork when the default styles are not enough.
Next move
Browse shape-first templatesChoose the right format before spending time on border styling.
Export call
Pick a first-pass resolution without overbuilding every token.
05Direct answer
What export size should I pick first?
Start with 512 for most tables. Move to 1024 when you want cleaner archive-quality edges, and reserve 2048 for premium packs, print-adjacent output, or long-term asset libraries.
Next move
Start with one real exportExport one token in the editor first, then decide whether the file actually needs to be larger.