Best Aspect Ratio for Twitter / X (images and videos)

X (formerly Twitter), a platform once dominated by text, has evolved into a visual powerhouse. So, it's crucial to know the best aspect ratio for Twitter to capture attention and drive engagement on Twitter properly. But with so many different screen sizes and formats, choosing the right aspect ratio can be perplexing.

So, let's dive into the optimal aspect ratios for different types of Twitter content to help you maximize your impact.

Best aspect ratio for Twitter images

This is 16:9 ⬇️

The best aspect ratio for Twitter (X) pictures to be shared on a post is 16:9, with additional other options.

However, there is more to the images on Twitter as far as the aspect ratios are concerned.

The best Twitter (X) post aspect ratio for image posts

For standard tweets that include images, Twitter recommends an aspect ratio of 16:9. This ratio ensures that your image is fully displayed without being cropped, providing the best visual experience for your audience.

• The best Twitter post aspect ratio: 16:9
• The "best pixel aspect ratio for Twitter": 1600 x 900 pixels

This size ensures that your image looks crisp and clear on both desktop and mobile devices. It also helps in maximizing the visual real estate in your followers' timelines.

However, you can also try square images with 1:1 aspect ratio, or even vertical images like Instagram stories, that has a 9:16 aspect ratio.

Note that Twitter's limitations on image resolution regarding your posts are not as strict. So, even though 16:9 is the best aspect ratio for your posts, you can experiment with different other common sizes as long as your message is delivered to your audience as they scroll through their timelines.

Bonus tip for the best Twitter post aspect ratio for image posts

However, you may not want to deal with all these and keep them in mind, as managing a Twitter account comes with many other important things to consider, such as;

• Your Twitter follow ratio,
• Engagement your posts get,
• Bots that keep following you,
• Fake accounts to be aware of
• Possibility of a Twitter shadowban,
• Who to follow on Twitter,
• Who is not following you back,

and much more.

Back to the aspect ratios.

Now, I had my recommendation spilled out early on, but Circleboom also gives you the best aspect ratio for Twitter pictures to be posted through its design features. These features, including built-in Canva that comes with ready-made post templates, will help you find the best ratios for Twitter easily and quickly.

Check it out here ⤵️:

Twitter header aspect ratio

The ideal Twitter header aspect ratio is 3:1, with a recommended resolution of 1500 x 500 pixels.

Not that you can't upload anything else, but Twitter will ask you to crop it to fit within.

Twitter profile picture aspect ratio

Twitter profile picture aspect ratio should be 1:1. Images with any other aspect ratio will again be cropped.

Ideal resolutions are said to be around 400 x 400 pixels, but you can also upload larger images fulfilling the aspect ratio as long as they're under 2MB in file size.

Twitter video aspect ratio

When it comes to videos, Twitter's guidelines are a bit more strict and defined.

Here's what it says on the official help page of X regarding the video aspect ratio for Twitter:

Minimum resolution: 32 x 32

Maximum resolution: 1920 x 1200 (and 1200 x 1900)

Aspect ratios: 1:2.39 - 2.39:1 range (inclusive)

Maximum frame rate: 40 fps

Maximum bitrate: 25 Mbps

So, the Twitter video aspect ratio shall be between 1:2.39 and 2.39:1. But that's a very wide range, right?

Best video aspect ratio for Twitter

Again, as it is recommended by many, the best video aspect ratio for Twitter is 16:9, with a recommended resolution of 1600 x 900 pixels.

However, square (1:1 aspect ratio) and vertical (9:16 aspect ratio) aspect ratios, as is the case with the images, are also widely used.

In fact, vertical videos have gained immense popularity due to their effectiveness on mobile devices, as video-based platforms like TikTok and YouTube have popularized this format. Plus, they are also highly engaging on Twitter.

However, when shown on the feed, Twitter crops the thumbnail to fit within an aspect ratio of either 1:1 or 16:9, depending on the original resolution of the video.

So, as long as your video can be viewed properly, it all becomes a matter of your thumbnail and which device you believe your viewers usually use.

How to resize images for Twitter (X)

Let's imagine you have an image you think is perfect for sharing on X. However, it does not fit well on the recommended ratio. So, you need to resize the image without spoiling it!

Circleboom's Canva integration helps you with that! You will upload your image, select a template with the recommended ratio, and then fit your image into this template. You can resize your images for Twitter (X) easily and quickly.

How many images can you upload to Twitter (X) per tweet?

On Twitter (now X), you can upload up to four images per tweet. These images can be in formats such as JPEG, PNG, or GIF.

Final words on the best aspect ratio for Twitter

Choosing the best aspect ratio for Twitter is essential for maximizing the impact of your visual content. By following the guidelines outlined in this post, you can ensure your images and videos look their best, enhance your engagement, and effectively communicate your message.

Visuals are now an integral part of social media. You can't ignore their power, and you shouldn't. If you find it difficult to organize the right images with the right size and dimensions, you can always utilize Circleboom and embellish your posts with amazing visuals.