How do I resize AVIF files?

Optimo supports three resize modes: percentage (--resize 50%), dimensions (--resize w960 or --resize h480), and target file size (--resize 150kB). Run "npx optimo image.avif --resize " to resize and optimize in one step.

What is the best resize mode for AVIF?

Use dimensions (--resize w960) when you know the display size. Use percentage (--resize 50%) for quick scaling. Use target file size (--resize 150kB) for thumbnails and budgets. Resizing is usually the single biggest lever for reducing AVIF file size.

Resize AVIF files

Resizing is usually the biggest lever for reducing AVIF file size.

Last updated: 2026-03-18

To resize AVIF files, run npx optimo image.avif --resize <value>. Optimo supports three modes: percentage (50%), dimensions (w960), and target file size (150kB). Resizing reduces both dimensions and file size in one step — often more effective than compression alone.

Resize by percentage

Quick way to scale down when you don't know exact dimensions yet.

npx optimo image.avif --resize 50%

Resize by dimensions

Cap width or height to match how the asset is displayed.

npx optimo image.avif --resize w960

Use w for width and h for height.

Resize to a target file size

Useful for thumbnails and previews when you want predictable budgets.

npx optimo image.avif --resize 150kB

Start with a budget you can ship everywhere, then adjust based on quality.

AVIF-specific tips

Use `--resize w1600` (or similar) to cap large camera exports.
For highly detailed photos, AVIF often shines versus JPEG.
For icons and simple graphics, WebP/SVG can be a better fit.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I resize AVIF files?: Optimo supports three resize modes: percentage (--resize 50%), dimensions (--resize w960 or --resize h480), and target file size (--resize 150kB). Run "npx optimo image.avif --resize <value>" to resize and optimize in one step.
What is the best resize mode for AVIF?: Use dimensions (--resize w960) when you know the display size. Use percentage (--resize 50%) for quick scaling. Use target file size (--resize 150kB) for thumbnails and budgets. Resizing is usually the single biggest lever for reducing AVIF file size.