Image Cropper & Rotator
Crop, rotate, and set aspect ratios for your images. 100% private.
Image Cropper
How to Use This Tool
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Upload Image: Click "Choose File" to select your image.
2. Adjust Crop: Drag the box to move it. Drag the sides or corners to resize it.
3. Set Aspect Ratio: Click "1:1" (square), "4:3", "16:9", or "Free" to change the shape of the crop box.
4. Rotate: Use the "Rotation" slider to straighten or rotate your image.
5. Crop: Click the "Crop Image" button.
6. Download: A "Download Cropped Image" button will appear.
What is Image Cropping?
Image cropping is the removal of unwanted outer areas from an image. It's a fundamental tool in photo editing used to improve composition, frame subjects, and change the aspect ratio.
- Improve Composition: By removing distracting background elements, you can draw the viewer's eye to your main subject.
- Change Aspect Ratio: You can change a rectangular photo into a square (1:1) for an Instagram post, or a wide (16:9) format for a website banner.
- **Zoom and Reframe:** Cropping allows you to "zoom in" on a part of your photo after it has been taken.
Common Aspect Ratios Explained
An aspect ratio describes the proportional relationship between an image's width and height.
| Ratio | Common Use |
|---|---|
| 1:1 (Square) | Instagram posts, profile pictures, logos. |
| 4:3 (Standard) | Traditional TV, older computer monitors, many digital cameras. |
| 16:9 (Widescreen) | Modern TVs, computer monitors, YouTube videos, website banners. |
| Free | No restrictions. Allows you to create a crop box of any size and shape. |