Pictofacile. Create pictograms from a sentence

Last updated on 12 May 2026

PictoFacile is a free online service created by a speech therapist that allows convert text into pictograms. It is very practical to create or make teaching materials more ‘talking’ and inclusive.

A public utility site that will allow you to download free custom pictograms with two mouse clicks.

Convert text to pictograms automatically

PictoFacile is an online tool that allows you to transform text into ARASAAC pictograms. (A repertoire of free pictos created by the artist Sergio Palao for the government of the region of Aragon in Spain).

Pictograms are very useful visual symbols for represent words, sentences or concepts. They are used to facilitate communication, especially for people with language difficulties or specific needs.

On Pictofacile, you will be able to transcribing words or phrases in pictograms.

How to create pictograms with Pictofacile

The use of the site is very simple and does not require any software downloads.

Step 1: Enter text to create pictograms

To use PictoFacile, simply enter the text you want to transform into pictograms. These can be phrases, words or even mere expressions. Note that you can write in French, but PictoFacile also includes a nice list of foreign languages.

Step 2: Select the relevant pictograms

PictoFacile offers a large library of pictograms. You can select the pictograms that you think are most relevant to each word or concept in your text. If necessary, you can also customize the colors and format of the pictograms. The site offers you an instant preview.

Step 3: Download the transcript as a PDF file

Once you have selected the pictograms, you can then download this transcript in PDF format and use it as a visual aid in class.

A useful tool for creating visual educational materials

PictoFacile will help you create visual educational materials such as timetables, labels for school materials, posters for classroom rules, etc. Ideal for all students to quickly understand the instructions and find their way around their school environment.

The use of pictos can find many uses in the classroom. They can be used for example for help students communicate and express their needs. You can create communication boards or pictogram boards to allow your students to ask for help, express their emotions or ask questions.

PictoFacile can also be used in group activities for promote the inclusion of all pupils. You can create visuals for role-playing, group discussions, or collaborative projects.

PictoFacile is a great digital tool to facilitate communication and inclusion in schools.

PictoFacile is free and ad-free. You can make a donation to the creators of the site to allow them to maintain and develop the project. They deserve it.