# Advanced Image Uploader

> ChatGPT said:  This Advanced Image Upload & Crop component is a highly interactive and user-friendly tool built entirely with Shadcn UI components. It allows users to upload multiple images either by clicking a button or using the drag-and-drop area, making it versatile for different workflows. Each uploaded image is displayed as a preview in a responsive grid, with options to crop or remove the image.

- Author: [Ruixen UI](https://21st.dev/@ruixen.ui)
- Library: [Ruixen UI](https://21st.dev/@ruixen.ui/library/ruixen-ui)
- License: unknown
- npm dependencies: lucide-react, react-easy-crop
- Live preview: https://21st.dev/@ruixen.ui/components/advanced-image-uploader

## Install

```bash
npx shadcn@latest add "https://21st.dev/r/ruixen.ui/advanced-image-uploader?api_key=$API_KEY_21ST"
```

Requires a 21st API key (generate one at https://21st.dev/mcp) passed as `API_KEY_21ST`. Free accounts get a limited number of installs per day; unlimited on a paid plan — see https://21st.dev/pricing.

Full component directory: https://21st.dev/llms.txt