Aspect Ratio Calculator

Simplify a width and height into a clean aspect ratio like 16:9.

Result

Aspect ratio

16:9

Decimal ratio

1.778

How it works

Divide width and height by their greatest common divisor

The aspect ratio describes shape independently of size. 1920×1080 simplifies to 16:9, the standard for most screens and video.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a 16:9 ratio?

A widescreen shape: 16 units wide for every 9 tall — the standard for TVs, monitors and video.

Does resizing change the ratio?

No — scaling keeps the same ratio as long as width and height grow by the same factor.

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