How to Convert PSD to HTML (Free Guide)
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Learn how to convert Photoshop PSD files to HTML. Step-by-step guide covering manual conversion, tools, and best practices.
Converting a Photoshop (PSD) design into a working HTML page is a common step in web development. Here is how to do it, from slicing assets to writing code.
The Manual Process
Step 1: Analyze the Design
Open the PSD in Photoshop and identify the layout structure:
- Header, navigation, content areas, footer
- Fonts, colors, and spacing values
- Images and icons that need to be exported
Step 2: Export Assets
- Select image layers and export as PNG, JPG, or SVG
- Use File > Export > Export As for individual layers
- Save icons as SVG when possible for scalability
Step 3: Build the HTML Structure
Create your HTML file with semantic elements:
<header>...</header>
<nav>...</nav>
<main>
<section>...</section>
</main>
<footer>...</footer>
Step 4: Write the CSS
Use the PSD as a reference for:
- Colors (use the eyedropper tool to get hex values)
- Font sizes and families
- Padding, margins, and spacing
- Layout (use Flexbox or CSS Grid)
Step 5: Test and Refine
Compare your HTML page side-by-side with the PSD and adjust until they match.
Free Tools That Help
- GIMP — Free alternative to Photoshop for opening and inspecting PSD files
- Photopea — Free browser-based editor that opens PSD files and provides CSS values
- VS Code — Write and preview HTML/CSS with live server extensions
Hosting Your HTML Page
Upload your finished HTML, CSS, and images to Linkyhost to get a live URL. The HTML viewer lets you preview and share your converted design without setting up a web server.
Tips
- Use Photopea (photopea.com) if you do not have Photoshop — it opens PSD files in the browser for free
- Extract text content directly from the PSD rather than retyping it
- Build mobile-responsive from the start using CSS media queries
- Compress exported images before uploading to keep page load times fast