Introduction
Aspect ratio determines the shape of your generated images and videos. Choosing the right ratio ensures your content fits its destination platform perfectly.
Common Aspect Ratios
16:9 (Landscape)
Best for:
- YouTube videos
- Horizontal photos
- Desktop presentations
- Room photography
- Wide scenes
Dimensions: 1920×1080, 3840×2160
9:16 (Vertical)
Best for:
- Instagram Stories
- TikTok videos
- Instagram Reels
- Mobile-first content
- Portrait orientation
Dimensions: 1080×1920
1:1 (Square)
Best for:
- Instagram feed
- Facebook posts
- Product photography
- Symmetric compositions
Dimensions: 1024×1024, 2048×2048
4:5 (Portrait)
Best for:
- Instagram feed (better reach than 1:1)
- Taller product shots
- Portrait photography
Dimensions: 1080×1350
Resolution Options
Standard (1080p):
- Good for social media
- Faster generation
- Lower cost
High (2K/4K):
- Better detail and clarity
- Print quality
- Professional use
- Higher cost
Choosing the Right Ratio
Before generating, ask:
- Where will this be used?
- What platform or medium?
- Horizontal or vertical space?
Match the destination:
- YouTube → 16:9
- Instagram Story → 9:16
- Instagram Feed → 4:5 or 1:1
- Website hero → 16:9
- Room photos → 16:9
- Product shots → 1:1
Next Steps
- Image Generation — Use aspect ratios in generation
- Social Media Content — Platform-specific ratios