How to Resize an Image in Photoshop

Do you know how to use photoshop? Do you want to know how to resize an image in photoshop? Read on to learn how to do it the right way.

Though there's no shortage of imitators, Photoshop remains the photo editing tool of choice, with 90% of creative professionals using the program on a regular basis.

For those new to Photoshop, tackling simple tasks like resizing an image may even feel like a challenge. We all had to start somewhere, and we're here to help!

Below, you'll find a quick and easy guide on how to resize an image in Photoshop. Whether you need a refresher or you're brand new to Adobe's powerhouse, keep reading for everything you need to know!

Starting Steps: Importing Your Image and Updating

We know you're eager for some image resizing tips, but it's important to start with the basics, beginning with a quick software update. These updates fix annoying bugs, close security loopholes, and sometimes come with vital tools that make using Photoshop online and offline versions way easier.

Once you're up and running, you'll need to set up a new Document, which you can do directly from the start page.

Next, select 'File' followed by 'Open.' This should take you to a list of the photos on your computer. Select the one you're interested in and double-click it.

Note that if you have an Adobe Express account, you can download cloud files, too. This is perfect if, say, you used Express' background remover tool on your desktop, but you need to get going, so you plan to resize images via your phone instead. Now, you don't have to be tethered to one device.

Finding the Image Size Tool and Resizing

There are a few easy ways to resize an image, each with its own caveats.

The simplest way is to take your finger or cursor to one corner of the image and drag it down. This will reduce the photo, and subsequently, its file size. However, this method is extremely imprecise, which can lead to some frustrations.

The most efficient way to resize an image in Photoshop is through the 'Image' menu. Click on it, followed by, 'Image Size.' From here, you can resize the image to your liking, down to the pixel.

Once you're satisfied with the image's new size, click 'Okay' and you're good to go!

Avoiding Heavy Compression Rates

The tricky thing about resizing an image in Photoshop is that it can mess with your image's resolution.

For that reason, we suggest making sure 'Resample' is checked in the 'Image Size' menu, and that it's set to 'Automatic.' Otherwise, your image may come out blurry.

Resampling can be a great tool, helping with issues like color correction and noise reduction, but for now you'll want to keep things locked and automatic.

How to Resize an Image in Photoshop in Just Minutes

Learning how to resize an image in Photoshop isn't as hard as you thought, is it? Take your time and don't sweat it if you make a mistake, you can always hit 'Undo.'

Once you've mastered the art of resizing, we suggest messing around with those resampling options we mentioned, so you can take your images to the next level!

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