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What does resize (video) mean?
Resizing is the process of changing the dimensions of a video so that it fits a specific resolution or aspect ratio. By resizing a video, editors optimize content for different platforms and placements. Think resizing a 16:9 widescreen format to square for LinkedIn.
How do I resize a video?
Use video editing software to change the resolution and aspect ratio of the video.
How do I resize an iPhone video?
Open the video in the Photos app, tap Edit, select the Crop tool, and adjust the frame.
How to resize videos for social media on Riverside
- Log in to Riverside.
- Click the Upload button and select the landscape video you want to resize.
- Open the video in the editor.
- Click on the resize tool at the top of the screen to change the video aspect ratio to 16:9, 1:1 or 9:16.
- Export the video in up to 4K quality.

You can also use Riverside's Magic Clips feature to automatically create bite-sized social clips from key moments and then resize them as needed.