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Aspect Ratio Calculator

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About Aspect Ratio Calculator

The Aspect Ratio Calculator finds the simplified ratio between a width and height — like 1920×1080 reducing to 16:9 — and shows the equivalent decimal value.

Once you have a ratio, use the second section to scale to a new size: type a new width and the matching height is calculated automatically (or the other way around), so the proportions always stay locked.

Quick-select buttons cover the most common screen and photo ratios — 16:9, 9:16, 4:3, 3:2, 1:1, 21:9, 5:4, and 2:3 — useful for video, photography, printing, and responsive design work.

Everything calculates instantly in your browser as you type. Nothing is uploaded.

How to Use Aspect Ratio Calculator

  1. Enter a width and height to find their simplified ratio (e.g. 1920 × 1080 → 16:9), or pick a common preset.

  2. The decimal ratio and a scaled proportion preview update instantly.

  3. In the second section, type a new width or height — the other field is calculated automatically to keep the same ratio.

  4. Copy the ratio or the calculated dimensions with one click.

Examples

Example — Full HD
Input
1920 x 1080
Output
16:9 (1.7778)
Example — 4K UHD
Input
3840 x 2160
Output
16:9 (1.7778)
Example — Instagram square
Input
1080 x 1080
Output
1:1 (1.0)
Example — Classic photo
Input
1800 x 1200
Output
3:2 (1.5)

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the aspect ratio calculated?

The width and height are divided by their greatest common divisor (GCD), reducing them to the smallest whole-number ratio — for example 1920×1080 reduces to 16:9 because GCD(1920, 1080) = 120.

How do I resize an image without distorting it?

Find the ratio of your original dimensions in the first section, then enter your target width (or height) in the second section — the matching height (or width) is calculated automatically so the image scales proportionally.

What is the difference between 16:9 and 16:10?

16:9 (1.778) is the standard widescreen ratio used by most TVs, monitors, and video. 16:10 (1.6) is slightly taller and was common on older laptop and monitor displays.

What ratio is a standard photo print?

A classic 4×6 inch photo print is a 3:2 ratio, while an 8×10 inch print is 4:5. Common digital camera sensors shoot at 3:2 or 4:3 depending on the manufacturer.

Can I use this for responsive web design?

Yes — the simplified ratio (e.g. 16:9) maps directly to the CSS aspect-ratio property: aspect-ratio: 16 / 9; keeps an element's proportions consistent at any size.