
# Resize Images

The **Resize tool** lets you **crop or expand** any image while keeping the composition clean and natural. 

This guide tells you **how to resize images, crop with precision, or expand visuals using AI fill.**

## How to Expand Photos with AI

<StepGuide steps={[
  {
    title: 'Open the Freepik AI Suiteand click <a1>Edit</a1>  from the tool menu.',
    titleLinks: {
      a1: 'https://www.freepik.com/pikaso/edit',
    }
  },
  {
    title: 'Drop your image or select one from your creations.'
  },
  {
    title: 'Click Edit again and select the Resize tool.'
  },
  {
    title: 'Click on Expand to open the AI expansion tool.'
  },
  {
    title: 'Select an aspect ratio or use Presets.'
  },
  {
    title: 'Drag the crop handles outward to define the new space.'
  },
  {
    title: 'If you want to control the fill, write a short prompt (e.g., "forest background, natural light").'
  },
  {
    title: 'Click Export and choose Download, Upscale, or Use.'
  },
  {
    title: 'If you click "Use", you can take your image to a mockup or a design.'
  },
]} />

If you leave the prompt blank, the AI will extend your image using the surrounding style and colors.

<InfoCard title="Note" content="Prompts are optional, but they give you more control over what fills the new space. We'll cover advanced prompt tips in another section." />

### Use Cases

- Resize square product shots into YouTube thumbnails.
- Add background space around portraits.
- Reframe vertical content for horizontal use.

## How to Crop Images

<StepGuide steps={[
  {
    title: 'Access the Freepik AI Suite and click <a1>Edit</a1>.',
    titleLinks: {
      a1: 'https://www.freepik.com/pikaso/edit',
    }
  },
  {
    title: 'Upload your image or select one from your AI creations.'
  },
  {
    title: 'Click Edit and select the Resize tool.'
  },
  {
    title: 'Click on Crop to access the cropping tool.'
  },
  {
    title: 'Choose a preset size (like 1:1, 16:9, 9:16) or use Presets.'
  },
  {
    title: 'Drag and reposition the crop frame as needed.'
  },
  {
    title: 'Click Apply to save the new composition.'
  },
]} />

### Use Cases

- Crop an image for Instagram or LinkedIn.
- Remove unwanted elements from the edges.
- Recenter a subject for stronger visual impact.

## Credits Info

**Free users** have limited daily generations. **Premium users** use credits, depending on the tool selected.

**All generated content follows** [Freepik's AI Terms and Conditions](https://www.freepik.com/legal/terms-of-use#nav-ai-products). You're free to use resized images for personal or commercial purposes—just avoid edits that include third-party IP or recognizable likenesses.

If you need to enhance the quality of your visuals, find out [how to upscale images using Freepik AI](https://www.freepik.com/ai/docs/upscale-images). 