TL;DR
Here is how to see image dimensions in Finder on Mac:
- Open Finder and navigate to your image file.
- Click on the image file to select it.
- Access Get Info via File > Get Info or Command ⌘ + I.
- Expand the More Info section to view image dimensions.
Tried and Tested ✅: The methods and steps mentioned in this article have been tried and tested firsthand by Ojash Yadav on his MacBook Pro M3 and rechecked for errors on Hashir’s MacBook Air M2.
Working with images on my Mac, I used to get frustrated opening each file to check dimensions. Then I found simple ways to view them directly in Finder. Let me share these time-saving tricks with you!
How to See Image Dimensions in Finder on Mac
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Here are the detailed steps for all three methods to see image dimensions in Finder on Mac:
1. Using Finder’s Get Info Function
To see image dimensions in Finder on Mac using the Get Info functionality, follow these steps:
- Open Finder and navigate to the location of the image file you want to check.
- Click the image file to select it, select File in the menu bar, and click Get Info in the drop-down menu.
- You can also open the info box with the keyboard shortcut Command ⌘ + I.
- In the Get Info box, click More Info: drop-down menu to see image dimensions.
- Alternatively, double-click the image to open it in a preview window. Click the small i icon in the top bar.
- A new window will open, providing a variety of details about the file, including its dimensions. The dimensions are labeled Image size.
2. Using Finder’s Column View
Here is a step-by-step guide to checking image dimensions in Finder’s Column View:
- Open Finder and navigate to the folder where your image is stored.
- In the top bar, you’ll see different icons. Click the Columns icon to list the images in a column format.
- You can also switch to the Column view by clicking View in the menu bar and selecting the as Columns in the drop-down menu.
- Click the image file to preview it in the right-side column.
- Scroll down the right pane to see the image dimensions below the preview.
3. Using Finder’s Preview Pane
The Preview Pane in Finder allows you to see image dimensions alongside a visual preview for easy reference.
Using the Preview Pane in Finder not only shows dimensions but also lets you quickly scroll through and compare multiple images without opening them.
- Open Finder and navigate to the location of the image file.
- Click the Gallery icon in the top bar.
- Click an image to select it from the bottom bar and you should see image information, including its dimensions in the Preview Pane on the right side.
How to Make Image Dimensions Visible Under File Names in the Mac Finder
If you frequently work with images on your Mac, being able to see image dimensions directly under file names in Finder can significantly streamline your workflow. To make image dimensions visible under file names in the Mac Finder, follow these steps:
- Open the Finder and navigate to the folder with your images.
- Press Command ⌘ + J on your keyboard.
- Alternatively, click View in the menu bar and choose Show View Options.
- In the options that appear, click the checkbox next to Show Item Info.
- Now, the dimensions of your images should be visible in blue directly under their file names in Finder. However, you must view images in Icon view for this to work.
Please note that the folder in question should reside somewhere under the ~/Pictures/ directory for the dimensions to be available.
Other Tools to Check Image Dimensions on Mac
Mac offers additional tools like Preview, Photoshop, and Canva to check image dimensions, each with unique features for different needs. Here’s a quick preview of each app:
1. Preview
Preview is a built-in macOS application allowing you to view and edit images. It provides a quick and simple way to check image dimensions.
Here is how to check image dimensions using Preview:
- Open the image in Preview.
- Click on the Tools menu in the top bar.
- Select Adjust Size from the dropdown menu.
- A window will pop up displaying the image’s dimensions.
2. Adobe Photoshop
Photoshop is a powerful image editing software that offers comprehensive features for manipulating and enhancing images. It provides detailed information about image dimensions and various other attributes.
Follow these steps to check image dimensions:
- Open the image in Adobe Photoshop.
- Navigate to the Image menu in the top bar.
- Select Image Size from the dropdown menu.
- A dialog box will appear, showing the image’s precise dimensions, resolution, and other details.
3. Canva
Canva is a popular web-based platform for designing and creating visual content. It offers a range of features, including the ability to check image dimensions.
Check image dimension following these steps:
- Upload the image to Canva.
- Select the image within the editor.
- View the dimensions in the sidebar or properties panel on the right side of the screen.
Caution ⚠️: Be careful when resizing or adjusting image dimensions, as this can reduce image quality or alter the aspect ratio. Always keep a backup of the original file.
See Image Dimensions Directly in Finder on Your Mac
Finding image dimensions in Finder is a simple yet effective tool that can aid your day-to-day image management on Mac. Here are some more tips to optimize your Mac experience:
- Learn Mac keyboard shortcuts to complete your frequent actions quickly.
- You can also use Mac Trackpad gestures to perform frequent tasks quickly and efficiently.
- Image files can quickly pile up, taking up valuable space on your Mac, but you can prevent clutter by organizing files on your Mac.
