How to Resize an Image Using Paint in Windows 10

Introduction

Microsoft Paint has been the main Microsoft Windows component since the very beginning. Paint has a very efficient resizing tool.

In this article, we will see some steps and screenshots that show the procedure to resize an image using paint in Windows 10.

Here’s how to use it

Step 1. Open an image in paint

Right-click on the image you want to resize or edit and select Open with Paint.

Step 2. Resizing the image

When you open the image with Paint, in the image toolbar there is an option to resize the image. Now as we can see, we have the "Resize" option and click on it.

Step 3. Using the percentage option

The "Resize and Skew" window will appear on the screen, then choose the settings that suit you, let’s begin with.

The percentage will let you proportionally resize your image. We don’t recommend resizing your image below 50% for both horizontal and vertical.

Step 4. Using pixels option

Pixels will let you decide the exact number of pixels you want horizontally and vertically. It’s pretty useful if you want to adjust the photo to an exact resolution. Then, click on the "OK" button to proceed.

Note. In both methods, Skew(Degrees) makes you able to control diagonal stretching/shrinking.

Step 5. Maintaining aspect ratio

Make sure you check (select) the "Maintain aspect ratio" if you want to keep the same ratio length * width.

Step 6. Save the image

If you want to replace the original photo with the one you modified, select "Save" from the file menu. (Alternatively, you can press the "Ctrl + S" key to save a file).

Step 7. Replacing the original photo

If you want to save a modified copy while keeping the original one, select "Save as" from the file menu.

Step 8. Save a copy image

A new pop window will appear on the screen. Then, give a file name choose a location for I,t, and click on the "Save" button.

Conclusion

By following the above steps, the user can resize an image using paint in Windows 10.

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