Fix: Images Not Resizing Proportionally in Word

By GenText Editorial Team 2. April 2026 other
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Schnelle Antwort

Hold Shift while dragging a corner handle to resize proportionally. For exact dimensions: right-click image > Size and Position > check 'Lock aspect ratio' then set width or height.

Images Not Resizing Proportionally in Word

How to resize images without stretching or distorting them in Word.

Schnelle Lösung

Hold Shift while dragging a corner handle to resize proportionally. For exact dimensions: right-click image > Size and Position > check ‘Lock aspect ratio’ then set width or height.

Schritt-für-Schritt-Lösung

  1. Identify the problem — Note exactly when the issue occurs and any error messages
  2. Try the quick fix — Apply the solution described above
  3. Start Word in Safe Mode — If the issue persists, press Windows + R, type winword /safe, and test
  4. Check for updates — Go to File > Account > Update Options > Update Now
  5. Repair Office — If nothing else works, go to Settings > Apps > Microsoft Office > Modify > Online Repair

Häufig gestellte Fragen

If the issue persists after trying all steps, contact Microsoft Support or visit answers.microsoft.com. Include your Word version (File > Account > About Word) and a description of the steps you’ve already tried.

Vorbeugung

  • Keep Microsoft Office updated with the latest patches
  • Regularly back up important documents
  • Avoid installing untrusted add-ins
  • Use .docx format for all documents (not .doc)

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