Change Image to 16:9 Aspect Ratio
Convert your images to 16:9 ratio - perfect for YouTube thumbnails, video content, presentations, and widescreen displays. Choose to crop or add borders.
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JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, AVIF, ICO (Ctrl+V to paste)
100% Private: All processing happens in your browser. No upload to server.
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When to Use 16:9 Aspect Ratio
16:9 is the standard widescreen format used across digital media. It's the native ratio for most modern displays and video platforms.
- • YouTube videos and thumbnails - The platform's native format
- • Presentation slides - PowerPoint, Google Slides, Keynote default
- • Website hero images - Widescreen banners and headers
- • TV and monitor displays - Standard for HD and 4K screens
- • Video conferencing backgrounds - Zoom, Teams, Meet
- • Gaming thumbnails - Twitch, Steam, gaming platforms
Common 16:9 resolutions: 1920×1080 (Full HD), 1280×720 (HD), 3840×2160 (4K)
Crop vs Pad for 16:9
Use Crop When:
- • You have extra space around your subject
- • The important content fits within 16:9
- • You want a clean, professional look
- • Creating YouTube thumbnails from photos
Use Pad When:
- • You can't lose any part of the image
- • The image is taller than 16:9
- • You want artistic borders
- • Converting portrait photos for slides
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my image uploaded to a server?
No. All image processing happens locally in your browser using HTML5 Canvas. Your images never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy and faster processing.
What's the difference between Crop and Pad modes?
Crop mode trims your image to fit the target ratio, potentially removing parts of the image. Pad mode keeps your entire image intact and adds borders (solid color, blur, or transparent) to reach the target ratio.
What image formats are supported?
You can upload JPG, JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, AVIF, and ICO files. You can export as PNG, JPG, or WebP format.
What is aspect ratio?
Aspect ratio is the proportional relationship between an image's width and height, expressed as two numbers separated by a colon (e.g., 16:9). It determines the shape of your image.
Can I use custom aspect ratios?
Yes! Click the 'Custom' button and enter any width and height ratio values you need. This is useful for specific platform requirements or print dimensions.
Which format should I choose for export?
Use PNG for images with transparency or text that needs to stay sharp. Use JPG for photographs where smaller file size matters. WebP offers the best compression with good quality.