9:16 Aspect Ratio (Vertical / Portrait)
9:16 is the vertical version of widescreen — taller than it is wide. It fills a phone screen edge to edge, which is why short-form video uses it.
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Aspect ratio
9:16
Decimal
0.5625
Nearest standard
9:16
exact
One-tap size presets
Social media
Video & display
Photo & print
Common 9:16 resolutions
| Resolution | Name |
|---|---|
| 1080 × 1920 | Full HD vertical |
| 720 × 1280 | HD vertical |
Where 9:16 is used
TikTok videos, Instagram Reels and Stories, YouTube Shorts, Snapchat, and any full-screen mobile content.
Frequently asked questions
What is the 9:16 aspect ratio? +
9:16 is the vertical version of widescreen — taller than it is wide. It fills a phone screen edge to edge, which is why short-form video uses it. Common resolutions include 1080 × 1920, 720 × 1280.
What resolutions are 9:16? +
Popular 9:16 resolutions are 1080 × 1920 (Full HD vertical), 720 × 1280 (HD vertical).
Where is the 9:16 aspect ratio used? +
TikTok videos, Instagram Reels and Stories, YouTube Shorts, Snapchat, and any full-screen mobile content.