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2026-01-30
Cropping (cropping) is the removal of unnecessary parts of an image to improve the composition or fit the desired format.
Divide the frame into 9 equal parts with two horizontal and two vertical lines. Place key objects at the intersections of these lines for a harmonious composition.
| Format | Ratio | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Square | 1:1 | Social networks, avatars |
| Landscape | 16:9 | Videos, banners |
| Portrait | 3:4 | Portrait photos |
| Panorama | 2:1 | Covers, headers |
Upload the photo to [Image Crop](/tools/image-crop)
Select the crop area with the mouse
Use preset ratios or set your own
Apply cropping and download the result
Cropping too close to the face in portraits
Loss of scene context
Framing by joints (wrists, knees)
Ignoring the direction of the subject's gaze
Removing distracting elements from the background
Horizon leveling
Adaptation of photos to the platform format
Focusing on the main object
See also: Resize, Rotate and Flip, Image Filters