How it works
How this tool works (step-by-step)
PicBreezy helps you combine images into one clean layout or export them as a PDF, without uploads. This guide explains each feature, what to use it for, and the small choices that make merges look professional.
Quick navigation
Use this page like a checklist: follow the steps, then use the tips to refine spacing, alignment, and exports.
Step-by-step workflow
The fastest way to go from files to a clean export.
Upload and reorder
Add images, drag to rearrange, remove what you do not need.
Edit and crop
Crop, rotate, flip, and refine each image before merging.
Layout, size, padding, border
Choose vertical, horizontal, or grid and make it look intentional.
Export formats and PDF
Pick PNG/JPEG/WebP, control resolution, or save as PDF.
Recipes for beautiful merges
Ready-to-use patterns for creators, designers, students, and teams.
The step-by-step workflow
If you are in a hurry, do these four steps. If you want a more polished result, keep going and use the tips in the sections below.
- Upload two or more images. Drag and drop your files or select them from your device. Start with the images you want to appear first in the final layout.
- Reorder and remove. Drag the image cards to set the exact sequence. Remove duplicates or low quality images early so your final export stays clean.
- Edit each image (optional, recommended). Crop away extra margins, rotate, flip, and align content so the merged result looks consistent. Small edits make a big difference.
- Choose layout and export. Pick vertical, horizontal, or grid. Adjust size behavior, padding, and borders. Then download as an image or export to PDF.
Upload and reorder images
The upload area accepts common image formats and lets you build the exact sequence you want. The order you set becomes the order in the merge.
- Use drag and drop for quick batches (screenshots, camera roll, product shots).
- Reorder before editing when the story matters (before/after, step-by-step tutorial, storyboard).
- Remove anything that does not serve the final layout to keep the export tidy and focused.
Edit images for consistency
Editing is where merges start to look professional. The goal is not perfection, it is consistency: matched edges, aligned subjects, and predictable spacing.
Crop (trim distractions)
Crop out empty margins, uneven borders, and unwanted backgrounds. For screenshots, crop to the content so text lines up across images.
Rotate (fix orientation)
Use rotation to correct sideways photos or align horizon lines. Consistent orientation helps grids and strips feel intentional.
Flip (mirror when needed)
Flip can help match left-to-right direction in UI flows or align two photos for a balanced before/after comparison.
Reorder after edits (final check)
After cropping, double-check the sequence. The best merges read naturally: big picture first, details next, and supporting images last.
Choose a layout and polish the composition
Layout controls determine how the images are arranged. Combine them with size behavior, padding, and borders to make the result look designed instead of accidental.
Vertical stack
Best for long screenshots, tutorials, chat threads, and documents. A consistent width makes a vertical stack easy to read.
Side by side
Best for comparisons: before/after, two versions of a design, or multiple angles of a product. Keep subjects aligned at the same height.
Grid collage
Best when you want to show many images at once. Use it for mood boards, portfolios, thumbnails, and multi-angle previews.
How to make it look beautiful
Most merges look messy for the same reasons: inconsistent sizing, no breathing room, and uneven edges. Use these controls to fix that.
- Size behavior: downscale the biggest images to match the smallest for clean alignment; upscale small images only when you need visual balance.
- Padding: add spacing around the whole layout so it does not feel cramped when shared in a post or slide.
- Border: use a thin border to separate tiles in a grid or to add contrast when images blend into the background.
- Color: use a neutral padding/border color (white, black, or a subtle gray) for a modern, consistent look.
Export: image formats, resolution, and PDF
Export is where you decide how the merge will be used. Pick a format that matches your destination (web, social, email, print, or documents).
Which format should you choose?
- PNG: best for sharp text, UI screenshots, and clean edges.
- JPEG: best for photos when you want a smaller file size.
- WebP: best for modern web use when you want quality and smaller files.
- PDF: best for sharing as a document, printing, or submitting assignments.
Resolution tips
- Use High for print, zooming, or when your merge contains small text.
- Use Medium for most social and web sharing where speed matters.
- Use Low for quick previews or lightweight sharing in chat apps.
- If you see blur, try cropping tighter and exporting at a higher resolution.
Privacy note
Your images are processed in your browser. This means your files stay on your device while you edit and export.
Recipes: merge images beautifully
These patterns use the same controls you already have. Copy the workflow and tweak it for your content.
Creator recipe: clean tutorial screenshots
Use Vertical stack. Crop each screenshot to the same content width, downscale the biggest images for alignment, add light padding, then export PNG at High for crisp text.
Designer recipe: mood board grid
Use Grid. Reorder so the strongest images land first, crop to reduce empty background, add a subtle border to separate tiles, then export WebP or PNG depending on where you share it.
Student recipe: homework PDF
If you need one image per page, use Save as PDF from the image strip. If you need a single combined page, merge first and export PDF. Crop scans to remove shadows and add padding for a cleaner page.
Team recipe: before/after comparison
Use Side by side. Align subjects with cropping, keep similar sizing, add a thin border, and export JPEG or PNG depending on whether it is photo-heavy or text-heavy.
Final checklist (60 seconds)
- Do all images feel aligned (edges, subjects, or text baselines)?
- Is there enough padding so the layout can breathe in posts and slides?
- Does the border help separate images (or should it be removed)?
- Is the format correct (PNG for text, JPEG for photos, PDF for documents)?
- Is the resolution high enough for your destination?