Paint.NET: change aspect ratio
We show you how to change the aspect ratio of an image in Paint.NET and how to assign your own dimensions for an image.
Change aspect ratio in Paint.NET
Inserted and edited images do not always have the desired aspect ratio in Paint.NET. To change the image dimensions and turn off the automatic aspect ratio:
- With the image open, click "Image"> "Resize" in the menu bar at the top.
- In the new window, remove the checkmark for "Keep aspect ratio" from the checkbox.
- Then enter your desired pixel dimensions in the corresponding fields.
- Finally, click OK".
- Alternatively, open the context menu for changing the size and aspect ratio using the key combination [Ctrl] + [R].
In another practical tip, we will show you how to crop an image in Paint.NET.