Understanding Aspect Ratios
An aspect ratio describes the proportional relationship between width and height. 16:9 means for every 16 units of width, the height is 9 units.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the most common aspect ratio? 16:9 is the standard for most monitors, TVs, and video content. 9:16 is standard for vertical/mobile video.
How do I resize without distortion? Lock the aspect ratio and change only one dimension — the other adjusts automatically.