How to Change Aspect Ratio: Every Tool, Every Method (2025)

1. File -> New -> Sequence.
2. Choose a preset or open Settings and enter the target Frame Size.
   - 1080 x 1920 for 9:16
   - 1920 x 1080 for 16:9
   - 1080 x 1350 for 4:5
3. Copy or move the existing clips into the new sequence.
4. Right-click clips and choose Set to Frame Size, or adjust Scale and Position manually.

1. In the Project panel, right-click the sequence you want to convert.
2. Choose Auto Reframe Sequence.
3. Select the target aspect ratio and the motion preset.
   - Slower Motion for talking heads
   - Default for most content
   - Faster Motion for high-motion clips
4. Click Create to generate a duplicate reframed sequence.
5. Review the new sequence and fine-tune any missed framing by hand.

1. File -> Export -> Media.
2. Change Width and Height in the export settings.
3. Review the result carefully before exporting.

1. Open CapCut, start a project, and import your media.
2. Tap Ratio in the bottom toolbar.
3. Choose the target ratio from the preset list.
   - 9:16 for TikTok, Reels, and Shorts
   - 16:9 for YouTube
   - 1:1 for square posts
   - 4:5 for portrait feed posts
4. Drag or pinch the clip to reposition it inside the new canvas.
5. Export when the framing looks right.

1. Open or create a project in CapCut desktop.
2. Choose Ratio or Resize from the canvas controls.
3. Select a preset or enter custom dimensions.
4. Adjust position and scale, then add a blurred background if you want to avoid black bars.

1. Open File -> Project Settings.
2. In Master Settings, change Timeline Resolution or choose a square / vertical preset.
3. Click Save.
4. Return to the Edit page and adjust Zoom and Position in the Inspector when needed.

1. Use Smart Reframe when the subject moves across frame.
2. Use Inspector controls for Zoom, Position X, and Position Y when you want manual framing.
3. Use keyframes for shots that need the framing to move over time.
4. Create separate timelines when you need multiple delivery ratios from the same edit.

1. Select the project in the Libraries sidebar.
2. Choose Window -> Project Properties, or press Command-J.
3. Click Modify in the Project Properties inspector.
4. Change the Resolution to the target dimensions, then click OK.

1. Select the clip in the timeline.
2. Open the Inspector and go to the Video controls.
3. Set Spatial Conform to Fit if you want the whole frame visible.
4. Set Spatial Conform to Fill if you want the clip to cover the frame.

1. Open the design you want to convert.
2. Click Resize in the top toolbar.
3. Choose a preset or enter custom width and height.
4. Click Copy and Resize to keep the original design intact, or Resize to change the current file.
5. Review the result and move elements that fall out of place.

1. Create a new design with Custom size.
2. Enter the target dimensions.
3. Copy the original content into the new canvas.
4. Rearrange the elements so they fit the new ratio cleanly.

1. Select the Crop tool with C.
2. Use the Options bar to set a ratio or a Width x Height value.
3. Drag the crop box until the important content sits inside it.
4. Press Enter or Return to apply the crop.

1. Open Image -> Canvas Size.
2. Enter the target width and height.
3. Choose the Anchor point so you control where the original image sits in the new frame.
4. Choose the Canvas Extension Color and confirm.

1. Open Image -> Image Size.
2. Turn off Constrain Proportions.
3. Enter separate width and height values.

1. Open Photos and choose the photo.
2. Tap Edit.
3. Tap Crop.
4. Tap the aspect ratio button and choose a preset such as Square, 9:16, or 5:7.
5. Move the crop frame and tap Done.

1. Open the video in Photos.
2. Tap Edit, then tap Crop.
3. Choose the target aspect ratio.
4. Reframe the video and tap Done.

1. Upload the file.
2. Choose the target ratio or enter custom dimensions.
3. Select Crop, Fit, or Blur Fill.
4. Adjust the crop area if needed.
5. Export and download the result.