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Aspect Ratio Calculator

Keep proportions when resizing width & height.

100% private — runs in your browser, nothing is uploaded.

Original size (sets the ratio)

Ratio16:9
Decimal1.7778

Resize (keeps the same ratio)

How to use the Aspect Ratio Calculator

  1. 1
    Enter the original size

    Type the width and height that define your ratio, or pick a preset.

  2. 2
    Read the ratio

    See the simplified ratio (like 16:9) and the decimal value.

  3. 3
    Enter a new dimension

    Type a new width or height for the resized version.

  4. 4
    Get the match

    The other dimension fills in automatically, keeping the proportion.

Examples

InputOutput
1920 × 108016:9 (1.7778)
16:9, new width 1280new height 720

Free online aspect ratio calculator

This aspect ratio calculator finds the simplified ratio of any width and height, then helps you resize to a new size without distortion. Enter one new dimension and it calculates the other so your image, video or layout keeps its exact proportions.

What aspect ratio means

The aspect ratio is the relationship between width and height, written like 16:9. It stays the same no matter the size: 1920×1080, 1280×720 and 640×360 are all 16:9. Keeping the ratio constant is what stops images from looking stretched or squashed when you scale them.

Common aspect ratios

  • 16:9 — widescreen video, monitors, YouTube.
  • 4:3 — older screens, some cameras and slides.
  • 1:1 — square social posts and profile images.
  • 9:16 — vertical Stories, Reels and TikTok.
  • 21:9 — ultrawide and cinematic video.

Because it runs in your browser, the calculator is instant, private and works offline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate an aspect ratio?

Divide the width and height by their greatest common divisor. For example 1920×1080 both divide by 120, giving 16:9. This tool does it instantly and also shows the decimal ratio.

How do I resize an image without stretching it?

Keep the same ratio. Enter your original width and height, then type the new width — the tool fills in the matching height (or vice versa) so the proportions stay identical and nothing looks squashed.

What is a 16:9 aspect ratio?

16:9 is the widescreen standard used by most monitors, TVs and YouTube videos. It means for every 16 units of width there are 9 of height, so 1920×1080 and 1280×720 are both 16:9.

What aspect ratio should I use for social media?

Common choices are 1:1 (square posts), 4:5 (portrait feed), 9:16 (Stories and Reels) and 16:9 (landscape video). Use the presets to switch between them quickly.

Why are my new dimensions rounded?

Pixel dimensions must be whole numbers, so the calculated side is rounded to the nearest pixel. For exact ratios pick sizes that divide evenly, like doubling or halving.

Is it private?

Yes. Everything is calculated in your browser. Nothing is uploaded, and it works offline.

From the blogUnderstanding Aspect RatiosWhat aspect ratio means, how to calculate and resize proportionally, why letterboxing exists, safe zones, and the right ratio for every platform.Read the full guide

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