The Ultimate Guide: Etsy Listing Photo Size

Introduction

Do you know those mesmerizing window displays at shopping centers? You know, the ones that make you stop, gaze, and get lured into the store? Imagine walking through a mall where every store has a window display, but some are too small, blurry, or oddly cropped, making it hard to see what's inside. You will likely walk past these stores and visit the ones with better window displays. On Etsy, your listing images are the window displays. They're the first thing a potential buyer sees, and a captivating photo can be the magnet that draws them into your store. Ensuring your Etsy listing photos are sized correctly is crucial as a well-sized and clear photo not only showcases your product in its best light but also instills confidence in the buyer, making them more likely to click and purchase. Keep reading to learn everything about listing photos on Etsy and its requirements.

What is the best size for my Etsy listing photo?

According to Etsy, the recommended photo dimension is: - 2,000 pixels for the shorter side - Resolution of 72 PPI (pixels per inch) - Use an aspect ratio of 4:3 We recommend making the longer side 2000 or 3000 pixels. This gives your picture a perfect square or rectangle format and ensures your product fits perfectly on desktop and mobile views. It is important to keep the picture size under 1 MB. Larger pictures might not upload quickly or completely. They also take a longer time to display, and potential buyers can scroll past them. As far as file types go, Etsy is flexible. Your listing photos can be in JPEG, PNG, and GIF file types (transparent PNGs and animated gifs are not allowed).

Requirements for uploading your listing photo

How you upload photos to your listings, as well as the sequence in which you arrange them, can significantly influence how shoppers perceive your products. The first listing image will be the thumbnail image, which will be displayed on the Category pages. It is essential that these images have enough border and that the product is more centered in the middle since Etsy automatically crops these images depending on the device (mobile web, app, or laptop). You want to avoid that your product is cut or only seen in half. Additionally, the shape of your first listing photo sets the precedent for subsequent images. Consistently using the same format for all listing photos fosters a more unified browsing experience.

How to resize Etsy listing photos on your PC

Your PC already comes with built-in tools that allow you to resize images. The downside is that you have to resize all your photos one by one.

With Mac’s preview tool

For Mac users, follow the steps below to resize any image:

• Open your Finder and double-tap the picture you want to edit to open the Preview tool.
• Select Tools in the menu bar at the top of your screen - Click on “Adjust size, and a pop-up box will open on your screen.
• Uncheck the “Scale proportionally” field so you can enter your desired measurement.
• Fill in the width, height, and pixel/inch (PPI)

With a Windows PC

If you are using a Windows PC, these are the steps you should follow:

• Double-tap your image to open it with the Photos app.
• Click on the three dots at the top to open a list of options and select Resize”.
• Click on “define custom dimensions” to enter your required width and height.
• Save the resized image in a folder of your choice.

Note that the resulting image might not be as great as you want for your Etsy listing. Platforms like Adobe Photoshop also allow you to resize images, but there is a learning curve if you are not already familiar with these tools. You can also use an application like PhotoCut to resize your images if you are looking for a solution that is fast and does not require any prior knowledge.

How to take the perfect Etsy listing picture

Capturing the perfect Etsy photo is about presenting your product in its best light, quite literally, and ensuring potential buyers can appreciate its value and uniqueness. Here are some tips to help you:

1. Use natural lighting
2. Use a neutral background
3. Showcase different angles
4. Use props sparingly
5. Enhance, don’t alter
6.  Use generative AI to create background images

Upgrade your Etsy listing photos with smart tools

Either as a professional or hobby Etsy seller, we understand that time is precious and if you have to resize and edit many images, it can be painful to do all of it manually. If you are looking for a tool that can not only resize your Etsy listing photo but also comes with some practical bulk editing features, then PhotoCut could be the tool for you. It is a comprehensive photo editing app designed with precision and efficiency in mind. The user-friendly interface ensures that even those new to photo editing can achieve professional results without a steep learning curve. As an (intending) Etsy seller, one of PhotoCut’s features that can make listing super easy is the option to batch edit your images and combine them with AI-generated background images. There is no need anymore to create 100 different backgrounds at home in your living room, or to buy stock images. You can generate backgrounds with prompts in the app (mobile or desktop) and create unique and beautiful Etsy product photos.

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