How to Resize Images on Windows 10 & 11: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Resize Images on Windows 10 & 11: A Step-by-Step Guide

Whether you need to shrink a photo for an email attachment or adjust the dimensions for a social media post, resizing images on Windows is a common task. Luckily, Windows 10 and 11 come with several built-in tools to handle this, along with more efficient ways for bulk processing.

In this guide, we'll walk you through the three best ways to resize images on your PC.

1. Using the Microsoft Photos App (Best for Single Images)

The Photos app is the default image viewer on Windows 10 and 11. It has a simple resizing tool built right in.

1. Open your image in the Photos app.
2. Click the three dots (...) at the top of the window (or right-click the image).
3. Select Resize.
4. Choose one of the preset options (Small, Medium, Large) or click Define custom dimensions to set the exact width and height you need.
5. Click Save resized copy.

2. Using Microsoft Paint (The Classic Method)

Paint is still around and is surprisingly effective for quick resizing without any bells and whistles.

1. Right-click your image and select Open with > Paint.
2. In the top toolbar, click the Resize button (located in the Image section).
3. You can resize by Percentage or Pixels. Ensure "Maintain aspect ratio" is checked to keep your image from looking stretched.
4. Enter your new dimensions and click OK.
5. Go to File > Save as to save your new image.

3. Using imgKonvert (Best for Bulk & Speed)

While built-in tools are great for one or two photos, they become tedious if you have 20 or 50 images to resize. This is where imgKonvert shines.

1. Go to the imgKonvert Image Resizer.
2. Drag and drop all the images you want to resize.
3. Choose your target dimensions or scale by percentage.
4. Click Resize All.
5. Our tool processes everything with a focus on speed and privacy.
6. Download all your resized images in one zip file.

Why Resize Images?

• Faster Loading: Smaller images help websites load much faster, which is great for SEO.
• Email Limits: Most email providers have a 25MB limit; resizing helps you stay well under it.
• Storage Space: High-resolution photos take up gigabytes of space. Resizing non-essential photos can save your hard drive.

Summary

Windows users have plenty of options. For a single quick fix, the Photos app or Paint are perfect. However, if you're looking for a faster, browser-based solution that supports bulk processing without installing extra software, imgKonvert is the way to go.

Happy resizing!