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Fractal Explorer

Zoom infinitely into GPU-rendered Mandelbrot and Julia fractals with custom color maps.

Drag to pan, scroll to zoom. Switch to Julia and randomize for endless variations.

About Fractal Explorer

Explore the Mandelbrot and Julia sets rendered in real time on your GPU. Pan and zoom endlessly, adjust iteration depth for more detail, morph the Julia seed, and remap colors into vivid gradients. Capture any view as a high-resolution PNG wallpaper.

How to use Fractal Explorer

  1. Adjust the parameters. Use the side panel to shape your Fractal Explorer design in real time.
  2. Explore variations. Press Randomize to discover new variations, or copy the share link to reproduce an exact result.
  3. Export. Download your artwork as a high-resolution PNG.

Frequently asked questions

What is Fractal Explorer?

Explore the Mandelbrot and Julia sets rendered in real time on your GPU. Pan and zoom endlessly, adjust iteration depth for more detail, morph the Julia seed, and remap colors into vivid gradients. Capture any view as a high-resolution PNG wallpaper. It runs entirely in your web browser on GeoPatternLab, free and with no sign-up.

Is Fractal Explorer free to use?

Yes. Fractal Explorer on GeoPatternLab is completely free, with no sign-up or download required. Create as much art as you like and export it directly from your browser.

How do I download my Fractal Explorer artwork?

Use the export buttons in the toolbar to save your work as a high-resolution PNG image. Files download straight to your device.

Does Fractal Explorer work on phones and tablets?

Yes. Fractal Explorer is fully responsive and works with touch input on phones and tablets as well as with a mouse or trackpad on desktop.

Can I use Fractal Explorer artwork commercially?

Yes. Artwork you create with Fractal Explorer is yours to use for personal and commercial projects, such as wallpapers, prints, textiles, and teaching materials. See our Terms of Use for full details.

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