How to change aspect ratio in premiere pro for tiktok

If you’re looking to adjust the aspect ratio of a video in Premiere Pro, you’re in the right place. We’ve created this guide to teach you how to do it.

When editing a video, it’s crucial to ensure you’re using the correct aspect ratio for the platform through which you plan to share the video.

For example, a modern film might have an aspect ratio of 1.85:1 or 2.39:1, while a YouTube video will have a more narrow aspect ratio of 16:9.

Vertical video aspect ratio premiere pro

If you’re working on a TikTok or Instagram Reel, that aspect ratio will need to be flipped around to fit a vertical frame of 9:16.

So, how do you set a specific aspect ratio in Premiere Pro? Follow the steps below to get started.

What you’ll need: 

• Adobe Premiere Pro 
• A Creative Cloud subscription 

The Short Version 

1. Open your project in Adobe Premiere Pro
2. Click File
3. Choose New
4. Click Sequence
5. Go to the Settings tab
6. Adjust the frame size
7. Hit OK to confirm