Term: Aspect ratio

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Term: Aspect ratio

Definition:

The relationship between the horizontal and vertical dimensions of an image. The horizontal dimension is normally listed first. For example, a 4-inch (vertical) by 6-inch (horizontal) print has an aspect ratio of 3:2.

Category:

General

See also:

Display Aspect Ratio (DAR); Storage Aspect Ratio (SAR); Pixel Aspect Ratio (PAR)