Image Upscale

Increase image dimensions for larger layouts

Upscaling increases the pixel dimensions of an image. It is useful when a small image needs to fit a larger layout, preview, card, or export size. The result can look smoother than simply stretching the image in a page or editor.

Upscaling is not magic: it cannot restore real camera detail that was never present. It works best for simple graphics, icons, screenshots, illustrations, and images that only need a moderate size increase.

• Prepare small images for larger blog cards.
• Make icons or illustrations easier to use in layouts.
• Create larger preview versions for drafts.
• Scale screenshots for documentation.

When not to upscale

Avoid heavy upscaling for blurry photos, tiny thumbnails, or images with important fine detail. Enlarging too much can make artifacts more visible. When quality matters, try to find a larger source image instead.

For web publishing, resize down from a large original whenever possible. Use upscaling only when the available source is smaller than the required layout.

Recommended approach

• Use moderate scale factors first.
• Check text and edges after export.
• Avoid enlarging already-compressed images too much.
• Compress after upscaling if the output file becomes heavy.