Choosing the right wallpaper resolution for your monitor ensures a sharp, perfectly-fitted image with no blurring or black bars.
Standard HD — 1920×1080 (1080p)
The most common desktop resolution worldwide. Also called Full HD or FHD. Works on most 24" and 27" monitors. Aspect ratio: 16:9.
2K / QHD — 2560×1440
Common on higher-end 27" and 32" monitors. Also called Quad HD or 1440p. Aspect ratio: 16:9. A good balance between sharpness and performance.
4K UHD — 3840×2160
Found on premium 27"–32" monitors and large displays. Four times the pixel count of 1080p. Aspect ratio: 16:9. Requires a high-resolution wallpaper to avoid upscaling blur.
Ultrawide — 3440×1440 or 2560×1080
3440×1440 is the most common ultrawide resolution (21:9 aspect ratio). 2560×1080 is the entry-level ultrawide. Standard 16:9 wallpapers will appear stretched or cropped — use wallpapers made for ultrawide or choose the "Fit" display option.
Super Ultrawide — 5120×1440
Covers two 2560×1440 panels side by side. Aspect ratio: 32:9. Rare but growing. You will need panoramic wallpapers for best results.
Dual Monitor
For two 1080p monitors side by side, use a combined resolution of 3840×1080. For two 1440p monitors, use 5120×1440. Windows and macOS let you set separate wallpapers per monitor, so individual per-monitor wallpapers are often the easiest option.
How Webshots handles resolutions
All Webshots photos are available at high resolution and are delivered at the best size for your screen. The Webshots app automatically fits photos to your monitor using your chosen setting (Fill, Fit, Stretch, etc.).
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