Key takeaways
- Enter the width and height you need in pixels, then download the resized picture.
- Keep the same proportions as the original to avoid a stretched look.
- Fewer pixels also means a smaller file.
- Resizing runs in your browser, so the photo is not uploaded.
Resize a photo in four steps
- Open Resize Photo and add your picture.
- Type the width and height you need, in pixels.
- Resize and check the preview.
- Download the new image.
Avoid a stretched picture
Every image has a ratio between its width and height. If you set a new size with a different ratio, the picture will look squashed or stretched. To keep it natural, change the width and height by the same proportion. For example, halving both keeps the shape.
If a form demands a size with a different ratio, crop first so the right part of the picture is kept, using Crop Image, then resize.
Making an image bigger
You can set a larger size, but resizing cannot invent detail that was never captured. An enlarged picture can look soft. It is better to start from the largest original you have.
Resizing and file size
Fewer pixels usually means a lighter file, so resizing is one of the fastest ways to shrink a big photo. If it is still too large for an upload limit, follow up with Compress Image.
Frequently asked questions
How do I resize a photo to a specific size?
Add the image, enter the width and height in pixels and download the result.
Will resizing make my photo look stretched?
It can if the new proportions differ from the original. Keep the same ratio to avoid it.
Is my photo uploaded?
No. Resizing runs in your browser.