What is 16x16?

16x16 most commonly refers to a grid or array with 16 rows and 16 columns. Here's a breakdown of its characteristics and uses:

  • Dimensions: Represents a square array of 256 (16 * 16) individual elements.

  • Use Cases:

    • Pixel Art: A common size for small sprites, icons, and textures in retro-style games and digital art. It offers a balance between detail and ease of creation.

    • Character LCDs: Certain character LCD modules use a 16x16 dot matrix to represent characters.

    • Matrices: In mathematics and computer science, it's a 2-dimensional array (matrix) with specific mathematical properties.

    • LED Matrix Displays: Used in creating small displays that can show simple animations or text.