Create Instagram Carousel Images (1080x1080)

Beginner5 minutes5 steps

Learn how to resize and crop images to the perfect 1080x1080 Instagram carousel size using OnlineTools4Free.

What You Need

Images for your carousel (up to 10)
A modern web browser

Open the Image Resizer

Navigate to OnlineTools4Free Image Resizer.

Upload Your Carousel Images

Drag and drop all the images you want in your carousel. You can upload multiple images at once — Instagram carousels support up to 10 slides.

Set Dimensions to 1080x1080

Enter 1080 for width and 1080 for height. This is the standard Instagram square format that works best for carousel posts.

For portrait carousels, use 1080x1350 (4:5 ratio) to take up more screen space in the feed.

Choose Resize Mode

Select "Cover" mode to fill the entire square, cropping edges if needed. Use "Contain" mode to fit the whole image with padding. "Cover" looks best for most photos.

Download All Resized Images

Click "Download All" to get your carousel-ready images. Upload them to Instagram in order when creating your carousel post.

Ready to Try It?

Open the tool and follow the steps above. It is free, private, and works in your browser.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best size for Instagram carousels?

1080x1080 pixels (square) is the standard. 1080x1350 (4:5 portrait) takes up more feed space and can drive more engagement.

Can I use different sizes in one carousel?

Instagram will crop all images to match the first slide aspect ratio. It is best to make all slides the same size.

What format should I use?

JPG at 85-90% quality is ideal for Instagram. It balances quality and file size well.

Will resizing reduce quality?

If your original images are larger than 1080x1080, resizing down actually maintains excellent quality. Upscaling smaller images may look blurry.

How many slides can an Instagram carousel have?

Instagram carousels support up to 10 slides (images or videos).

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