Correct aspect ratio misinterpretations

Last updated on Jun 23, 2025

Learn how to rectify misinterpreted individual aspect ratios in Adobe Premiere Pro.

Ensure the pixel aspect ratio for individual assets is correct before you create a sequence, as misinterpretations can’t be changed after you create the sequence.

  1. Right-click the still image in the Project panel.

  2. Select Clip > Modify > Interpret Footage.

    Note:

    If you select a clip on the Timeline panel or Program Monitor, the option is unavailable.

  3. Select one of the following in the Pixel Aspect Ratio section and select OK:

    • Use Pixel Aspect Ratio From File: Uses the original aspect ratio saved with the still image.
    • Conform To: Let you choose from a list of standard aspect ratios.
Tip:

When using Photoshop to generate images for use in video projects, it’s best to use the Photoshop preset named for the video format you’ll use. Using the preset ensures that your images are generated with the correct aspect ratio.