To resize an image, there are several methods depending on the platform and tools available:
- Using Windows:
- With Microsoft PowerToys installed (for Windows 10 or 11), right-click the image(s) in File Explorer and select "Resize pictures." Choose the desired size and confirm.
- Using Microsoft Paint: Open the image in Paint, click the "Resize" button, adjust the size either by percentage or pixels, and then save the resized image.
- Using the Windows Photos app: Open the image, click the three-dot menu (ellipsis), select "Resize," and choose from available size options.
- Using Online Tools:
- Adobe Express offers a free online image resizer where you upload your image, select or define the desired size, and download the resized image.
- ImageResizer.com and other sites like PicResize.com or Simple Image Resizer provide quick browser-based resizing without installation.
- Using Other Software:
- Adobe Photoshop features advanced resizing options like "Save for Web," which is useful especially when preserving image quality.
- Canva allows easy resizing with options to specify dimensions or use presets, along with additional image editing tools.
Key points for resizing images:
- Always maintain the aspect ratio (proportions) to avoid distortion.
- Resizing can reduce file size and make images suitable for web, social media, or printing.
- Some methods may reduce image quality, so saving a copy of the original image is recommended.
In summary, whether through built-in Windows tools, online services, or graphic software, resizing an image involves selecting the image, specifying new dimensions, and saving the edited image to the desired format. The method chosen depends on convenience and quality requirements.
