Why is my 200-by-200 photo still rejected?
Open the downloaded file's properties and confirm its width and height are both 200 pixels. Then check the portal's separate KB limit and accepted format: this tool exports JPEG, and 200-by-200 pixels does not guarantee a particular byte size. Inspect the actual downloaded file rather than the original or a screenshot of the preview. A portal may also require a specific background or face framing that this resizer does not validate.
Why does a small source image look blurry after resizing?
Enlarging an image smaller than 200-by-200 cannot restore detail that was never captured. Start with the original higher-resolution photo when possible. If cropping cuts off the subject, use fit mode or crop the original around the subject first; changing the filename or DPI alone does not fix the pixel content.
Will the image be stretched?
No. Both modes preserve the source aspect ratio. Crop mode removes overflow; fit mode adds background. Neither independently stretches width and height.
What does a 200×200 image mean?
It means the downloaded image canvas is exactly 200 pixels wide and 200 pixels high, for a total of 40,000 pixels. It does not specify a file size in KB, a print size, or a passport-photo standard.
Can I enter another exact size?
This page creates a fixed 200×200 output. If a portal asks for another dimension, use a custom image-resize tool instead and verify the downloaded file's actual width and height.
Does resizing reduce the file size?
Usually. Fewer pixels normally require fewer bytes, although the exact result also depends on source format, image complexity, and the JPEG encoder.
Is my profile photo stored?
No. The browser reads the selected file, draws the result locally, and creates a temporary download URL. No photo is sent to Shard Tools.