Guides
Practical image guides
Clear answers on formats, sizes, and quality—written for real publishing tasks, not generic SEO filler.
PNG vs JPEG: which format should you use?
JPEG is usually smaller for photos; PNG is better when you need sharp edges or transparency. Pick based on content type, not habit.
GuideInstagram image sizes and ratios
Instagram currently keeps photos between 1.91:1 and 3:4 when the width is within its supported range. Prepare each placement separately instead of relying on the upload crop.
GuideHow to redact an image before sharing
Choose the visual treatment based on what the hidden detail means: blur and pixelation hide appearance, while solid redaction replaces sensitive pixels.
GuideHow to add a white border to a photo without cropping
Use an outside border when every source pixel must remain visible. Use a target canvas when the finished file also needs a specific shape, such as square or 4:5.
GuideHow to rotate an image without cropping the corners
A 90° turn is simple: width and height swap. At any other angle, keeping every corner requires a larger canvas or a smaller image.
GuideHow to blur a face in a photo for privacy
Use local automatic face detection to suggest editable Blur regions, then review the full frame for missed faces, reflections, and other identifying clues.
GuideAutomatic face blur online: blur or pixelate faces in photos
Pixlery can suggest face regions locally after you click Auto-detect faces. The regions remain editable, so you can review a group photo, switch between Blur and Pixelate, or add manual coverage before exporting.
GuideSocial media image sizes: a current quick index
Treat each number as a placement-specific export, not a universal social image. Profile backgrounds, photo posts, link previews, thumbnails, and Page covers have different jobs.
GuideYouTube thumbnail size and channel banner guide
YouTube's current English help recommends a 3840 × 2160 custom thumbnail in 16:9. Channel art is a separate 2560 × 1440 asset with a much narrower cross-device safe area.
GuideLinkedIn image sizes for profiles, Pages, posts, and links
LinkedIn has no single 'banner size.' A personal background, company Page cover, ordinary photo post, and website link preview are separate placements.
GuideWhat is EXIF metadata in photos?
EXIF is hidden data embedded in many camera and phone exports—camera model, capture time, and sometimes GPS. It travels with the file until you remove it.
GuideWebP vs JPEG vs PNG for the web
WebP often beats JPEG and PNG on file size for the same visual quality, but PNG still wins for transparency and JPEG still wins for maximum compatibility.
GuidePassport and ID photo sizes explained
Countries and agencies use different pixel, millimeter, and inch requirements. Pixlery covers common sizes at 300 DPI—never assume one export fits every application.
GuideWhat is HEIC and when should you convert it?
HEIC keeps phone photos small, but many upload forms still expect JPG or PNG. Convert only when the destination cannot accept the original file.
GuidePhoto strip vs collage: which should you make?
A photo strip is a fixed-frame memory layout—not a free collage. Use Photo Strip Maker for booth-style strips; use Combine Images when you need custom rows, grids, or stitching.
GuideHow to print a photo strip at home
Export a high-resolution PNG or JPG from Photo Strip Maker, print at 100% scale on photo paper or cardstock, then trim along the gaps between frames—not through faces.
GuidePhoto strip layout ideas for stories and prints
Match the strip to the moment: classic vertical columns for prints, Story strip for phones, and horizontal rows for landscapes or group sequences.
GuideBirthday photo booth online: party setup tips
You do not need a rental booth for a kid's party or a small office surprise. Open Online Photo Booth in the browser, pick a Birthday template, and let guests take timed strips while the cake cools.
GuideCouple photo booth online: date night and friends
A couch, a mirror, or a hotel desk is enough. Online Photo Booth gives you a countdown, decorative templates, and a finished strip you can share or slip into a scrapbook—no app install.
GuidePrintable photo booth strip sizes and cut guide
Online Photo Booth exports a print sheet PNG—not just the strip file—so you can fit one or several copies on standard photo paper. This guide covers booth print layouts; Photo Strip Maker printing is a separate path.
Workflows
Step-by-step image workflows
Follow a focused path from upload to export, with Pixlery tools linked at each step.
Prepare multiple social media images from one source
Choose the placements first, refine each crop separately, then export one ZIP and inspect every platform's final upload preview.
WorkflowPrepare e-commerce product images
Marketplace listings need clean backgrounds, consistent framing, and fast-loading files. This workflow fits single-SKU photos and small batches before upload.
WorkflowTurn receipt and scan images into a PDF
Expense reports, reimbursements, and archival often need one PDF from several phone photos. Order pages, set paper size, then export without uploading to a cloud converter.
WorkflowWatermark images for brand protection
Watermarks deter casual reuse of portfolio, product, and social assets. Batch text or logo marks, then remove metadata from copies you publish.
WorkflowStitch long screenshots together
Tutorial posts, chat logs, and mobile pages often need one tall image. This workflow keeps order, spacing, and file size under control before you share.
WorkflowMake a passport photo at home
You do not need a studio booth for a usable starting point. This workflow keeps capture, editing, and export steps explicit so you can compare against your agency’s checklist.
WorkflowConvert iPhone HEIC photos for upload
When a website rejects an iPhone photo, convert it to JPG first, then compress or resize only if the destination has a file-size limit.
WorkflowMake a photo strip for Instagram Stories
Turn a few event, travel, or friend photos into one vertical strip that is easy to share in Stories without uploading the originals.
WorkflowMake a photo booth strip at home
You need a browser, decent light, and about ten minutes. Online Photo Booth handles countdown capture, template framing, and export— including a print sheet when you want physical copies.
WorkflowHow to batch process images for the web
Use one local workflow to resize a group of website images, choose a practical format, check real file sizes, and export predictable names before uploading.