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Flag Code Playground

Design creative US flags that technically follow the Flag Code (4 U.S.C. §1) but look wildly different from the traditional flag. Learn what's required by law versus convention!

Your Flag Design
Aspect Ratio: 1.90:1Flag Code Compliant
Flag Dimensions
1.90:1
Tall (0.33:1)Standard (1.9:1)Wide (3:1)
Flag Code: The statute doesn't specify flag proportions or aspect ratio!
Note: Stripe heights are fixed at 1/13 of flag height per official specifications.
Star Arrangement
1.00x
Flag Code: The statute only requires 50 white stars on a blue field. Star arrangement, size, and rotation are not specified!
Flag Code Compliance
Valid
13 horizontal stripes
Stripes alternate red and white
First stripe is red
50 stars
Stars are white
Stars on blue field
Stars are 5-pointed
Flag Code Facts

What's Required: The US Flag Code (4 U.S.C. §1) only specifies: 13 alternating red and white stripes, and 50 white stars on a blue field.

What's NOT Required: Stripe proportions, flag aspect ratio, star arrangement, star size, or the exact shape/size of the blue field!

Fun Fact: Throughout history, the US flag has had many different star arrangements including circles, diamonds, and various grid patterns.

Gallery

Load creative flag designs that follow the Flag Code

Traditional1.90:1
The Skyscraper0.33:1
The Pancake3.00:1
The Rebel1.90:1
Star Spiral1.90:1
Heart of America1.90:1
The Square Deal1.00:1
Uneven Stripes1.90:1
Full Left Column1.90:1
Top Banner1.90:1
Organized Chaos1.90:1
Maximalist Blue1.90:1

About the US Flag Code

What IS Required (4 U.S.C. §1):

  • Thirteen horizontal stripes
  • Stripes alternate red and white
  • Fifty stars
  • Stars must be white
  • Stars must be on a blue field (union)

What is NOT Required:

  • Specific flag dimensions or aspect ratio
  • Traditional star arrangement pattern
  • Star size or rotation
  • Blue field shape or exact size

Note: In this playground, stripe heights are fixed at 1/13 of flag height to match official U.S. flag specifications (Executive Order 10834).

Historical Note: The US flag has evolved many times throughout history, with various star arrangements including circles, diamonds, and different grid patterns. The current 6-5-6-5-6-5-6-5-6 arrangement became standard in 1960, but it's not required by law!