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What is an aspect ratio?

An aspect ratio is the shape of an image or screen — its width compared to its height, written as two numbers such as 16:9 or 4:5. It is independent of pixel size: a 1280×720 photo and a 1920×1080 photo are both 16:9 because both reduce to the same proportion. To simplify a resolution to its ratio, divide the width and height by their greatest common divisor — 1920 and 1080 share a GCD of 120, so 1920×1080 becomes 16:9.

Getting the ratio right is what keeps your uploads from being cropped, letterboxed with black bars, or stretched out of shape. Pick the shape for where the media will appear, then let the pixel dimensions follow.

RatioOrientationExample sizeBest for
16:9Landscape1920×1080Video, YouTube, screens, slides
9:16Portrait1080×1920TikTok, Reels, Stories, Shorts
1:1Square1080×1080Profile pictures, feed posts, album art
4:5Portrait1080×1350Instagram feed posts
4:3Landscape1024×768Older screens, presentations
21:9Ultrawide2560×1080Cinematic video, ultrawide monitors

How it works

1
Pick a ratio

Choose 16:9, 4:3, 1:1 or any custom ratio — or drop an image to detect its ratio.

2
Enter one dimension

Type a width or a height and the matching dimension appears instantly.

3
Copy or share

Copy the result or share the bookmarkable link to reopen the same calculation.

Watch how it works

A quick tour of the calculator — pick a ratio, enter one dimension, copy the result.

Perfect for

📺 YouTube
16:9 thumbnails & videos
📸 Instagram
1:1 & 4:5 posts & stories
🌐 Web Design
Responsive layouts & images
📷 Photography
Print & digital formats
🎬 Video Editing
Export dimensions
🖨️ Print
Posters, flyers & designs

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Frequently asked questions

Learn about aspect ratios

Short, practical guides to help you choose the right proportions and sizes.

Aspect ratios explained
What 16:9, 4:3, 1:1, 9:16 and more mean — and when to use each.
Social media image sizes
Recommended dimensions for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and more.
How to calculate a ratio
The simple formula, with worked examples and missing-dimension maths.
Aspect ratio vs. resolution
Why two images can share a ratio but differ in pixel size.
Video aspect ratio guide
Ratios and export sizes for YouTube, Reels, TikTok and cinema.
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Crop, fit or fill — convert between ratios without distortion.
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The right 1200×630 preview image for links shared on social.

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