What is Aspect Ratio?

Aspect Ratio

Generally, aspect ratio is used to determine the proportional relationship between the vertical and horizontal sizes of computer graphics. Aspect ratio is represented by the symbolic notation: X:Y. The values of X and Y are not the real width and height of the image, but describe the proportional relationship between them. For instance, usually movies are shot with a wide-angle lens, typically have an aspect ratio that is 16:9. That means, the width of the image area is almost double of its height.

Live audio streaming service, such as Spotify and Pandora, also use aspect ratios to determine the size of their album art and other visual elements. However, because audio streaming services are primarily focused on sound, the aspect ratio of their visual elements is not as important as it is for video.

Related Terms :

Resolution

Try Muvi One Free
For 14 Days

No Credit Card Required

Free Trial

Latest Case Studies

View all

Pickbox Goes Beyond Subscriptions to Expand Reach Across Adria Regions

17 December 2025

Chilling Brings The Ultimate Horror Streaming Experience Post Migration To Muvi One

13 November 2025

Transforming Healthcare Equipment Onboarding and Training through Videos

25 July 2025

View all

Upcoming Webinar

Streaming & OTT Predictions for 2026

Discover the biggest streaming trends shaping 2026 — from FAST and hybrid monetization to the explosive rise of microdrama, microlearning, AI-powered experiences, and next-gen streaming technologies in our exclusive webinar.

This session will present key market stats, forecasts, and industry shifts, followed by how solutions like Muvi Shorts, FAST channel capabilities, align with these emerging trends. We intend to equip professionals from all industries viz. Media & Entertainment, Sports, Education, Healthcare, Fitness & even Corporate Enterprises to build a perfect roadmap for their 2026 streaming strategy.

Things the webinar would cover:

The Future of Content Creation: How AI-driven tools are reforming content production and personalization.
Monetization Trends: Exploring the growth of hybrid models, FAST channels, and programmatic advertising.
Technological Advances: Key developments in streaming quality, latency reduction, and sustainable practices.
Global Growth & Regional Focus: Strategies for expansion and capturing diverse audience segments with localized content.
Rise and Growth of Microdrama & Microlearning: How short-form, vertical video is driving higher engagement, faster knowledge transfer, and daily user retention across industries.