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Dev tools · June 3, 2016

AnyPixels.js

A web-friendly way for anyone to build unusual displays

AnyPixels.js launched on June 3, 2016 with 198 votes, #134 of 4,334 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 10 years on.

In plain words

AnyPixels.js is a web-based tool from Google Creative Lab that lets people create and control unusual displays over the internet. Designed for developers and creators interested in Internet of Things projects, it provides a web-friendly way to build interactive pixel-based displays without specialized hardware knowledge. The tool bridges web technology and physical display systems, making it accessible to anyone wanting to experiment with unconventional visual installations or connected devices.

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