Question 1

What aspect ratio should I use for Instagram?

Accepted Answer

Instagram supports: 1:1 (square) for feed posts, 4:5 (portrait) for maximum feed visibility, 9:16 (vertical) for Stories and Reels. Square 1:1 is most versatile and works everywhere.

Question 2

What is 16:9 aspect ratio used for?

Accepted Answer

16:9 is the standard widescreen ratio used for YouTube videos, TV screens, computer monitors, and most video content. It's ideal for YouTube thumbnails (1280×720 or 1920×1080).

Question 3

Can I crop to custom dimensions?

Accepted Answer

Yes, select 'Free' mode to crop any area without ratio restrictions. You can drag the crop box to any size and position you need.

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