How to resize photos in the Gallery app on your Galaxy phone

Last Update date : Aug 30. 2021

After taking a photo with your Galaxy phone, if you want to change the size of the photo or make the size of the photo file smaller, you can easily adjust it using the photo editor in the Gallery app. Check out the guide below for resizing photos.

Before you try the recommendations below, be sure to check if your device's software and related apps are updated to the latest version. To update your mobile device's software, follow these steps: 

Step 1. Go to Settings > Software update.

Step 2. Tap on Download and install.

Step 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Resize a photo in the Gallery app

Most of the photos taken with the high-definition camera of the Galaxy phone are large. If you upload photos online and your photos are too large, you can simply resize them with the editing features of the Gallery app. Resize the photo by following the steps below.

Step 1. Open the Gallery app and select the photo you want to resize.

Step 2. Tap the Edit icon at the bottom of the screen.

resize step1

Step 3. Tap More options (the three vertical dots) at the top right.

Step 4. Select Resize.

resize step2

Step 5. Choose your preferred resized image percentage from the Resize image options, and then tap on Done to apply changes.

Step 6. When you're done editing, tap Save.

resize step3

When the photo is resized, you can see the size of the image file is reduced within the image details.

For Android 11, when you save the edited photo, the original photo will be overwritten instead of creating a new one. If you want to save it separately from the original, follow the steps below before tapping Save.

Step 1. Tap More options (the three vertical dots).

Step 2. Select Save copy. The edited photo will be saved separately from the original photo.

resize copy step

Note: 

  • Resizing the photo to be larger than its original size is not an option.
  • If you want to cancel after saving, you can revert at the editing step.
  • The resize feature may not be supported depending on the model version.
  • Device screenshots and menus may vary depending on the device model and software version.

How to use the Samsung Members app

If you are experiencing difficulties with your Samsung mobile, tablet, or wearables, you can send us a question in the Samsung Members app. Find out more about sending an error report.

Learn more

Related Questions

Thank you for your feedback!

Contact Info

Online

There are a number of different ways of contacting us via Live Chat, Email and more
Chat Now Learn more

Call

For general enquires and technical support:
8am - 8pm, Monday - Sunday

Relay Service Learn More

Face to face Support

Whether your product is in warranty or out of warranty, we're here to help.
Find a support centre Book a repair
View more

RC01_Static Content : This text is only displayed on the editor page

Samsung Online Store

Shop online for the latest Samsung smartphones, tablets, wearables and accessories.
Samsung online store

Samsung Members

Set up, manage and optimise your device with the all-in-one app that offers customer care access as well as special privileges and promotional updates.
Community Download Now

Mobile Phone & Tablet Repair

Book a repair for your screen damaged mobile and send via courier
Book a repair Screen repair price list

Apps & Services Customer Support

Samsung Rewards : 0800 726 786
View more