Quick summary
Buffer's built-in image editor lets you crop and resize images to match the exact aspect ratio requirements of any social media platform directly inside the Create Post panel. You can choose from preset ratios or drag scaling grips manually, then apply the crop before adding the image to your post.
Steps
- Inside Buffer's Create Post panel, find the image you want to resize and tap its Edit icon.
- Click Crop to open the cropping tool.
- Select your preferred aspect ratio from the available options, ensuring it is optimized for the social media platform where you plan to publish.
- Alternatively, manually resize the image by dragging the scaling grips at the edges of the image.
- Grab the selection box and drag it to finalize its position based on your preference.
- Tap Apply to confirm the crop settings.
- Click Add to insert the resized image into your post.
- Your Buffer post image is now resized to meet the requirements of your target social media platform.
