Aspect Ratio Tweaker

Script for Adobe Illustrator

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Description

Aspect Ratio Tweaker is a powerful Adobe Illustrator script that allows you to precisely adjust the aspect ratio of selected objects while maintaining their visual proportions. This tool is essential for designers who need to resize artwork to specific dimensions, create variations of existing designs, or adapt content for different formats and platforms.

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Key Features

Smart Aspect Ratio Detection: Automatically calculates the current aspect ratio of selected objects.
Custom Ratio Input: Direct numerical input with slider controls for fine-tuning.
Flexible Base Reference: Choose to fix either width or height while adjusting the other dimension.
Precise Reference Point Control: 9-point positioning system to control scaling origin.
Live Preview: Real-time visual feedback as you adjust values.
Value Swapping: Quick toggle to swap width and height ratios.
Artboard Conversion: Option to create new artboards matching resized object dimensions.

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Installation

1. Download the Aspect Ratio Tweaker.jsx script file.

2. Place the script in your Adobe Illustrator Scripts folder:

⮑ Mac: /Applications/Adobe Illustrator <Version>/Presets/<Language>/Scripts

⮑ Windows: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Illustrator <Version>\Presets\<Language>\Scripts

3. Restart Adobe Illustrator if it's already running.

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Using the Script

Open your Illustrator document and select one or more objects you want to resize.
Run the script via File > Scripts > Aspect Ratio Tweaker.
The script dialog contains several key sections:

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➊ Reference Point Panel

9 radio buttons representing anchor points.
Determines where the object scales from (top-left, center, bottom-right, etc.)
Available options change based on your Fixed setting.

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➋ Fixed Panel

Height: Keeps original height, adjusts width to match ratio.
Width: Keeps original width, adjusts height to match ratio.

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➌ Aspect Ratio Panel

Width Ratio: Numerical input and slider.
Height Ratio: Numerical input and slider.
Shows calculated ratio for single objects automatically.

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For Custom Ratios:

Enter desired width ratio in the top field.
Enter desired height ratio in the bottom field.
Use sliders for quick adjustments.
Common ratios: 16:9 (widescreen), 4:3 (standard), 1:1 (square), 3:2 (photo).

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Keyboard Shortcuts:

Arrow Up/Down: Adjust values by 1.
Shift + Arrow Up/Down: Adjust values by 10.
H Key: Switch to Width fixed mode.
V Key: Switch to Height fixed mode.

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Slider Controls:

Drag sliders for visual adjustment.
Click slider arrows for incremental changes.

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➍ Use Advanced Options

Swap Values Checkbox:

Quickly interchange width and height ratio values.
Useful for switching between landscape and portrait orientations.

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Hide Edges Checkbox:

Toggles object outline visibility for cleaner preview.
Helps focus on the actual shape without distracting edges.

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Preview Checkbox:

Shows live updates as you adjust values.
Disable for better performance with complex objects.

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Convert to Artboard:

Creates new artboards matching the resized object dimensions.
Useful for setting up export areas or new document formats.

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➎ Apply Changes

Zoom Button (✚):

Fits selected objects within the current view.
Helpful for seeing changes clearly.

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OK Button:

Applies the aspect ratio changes permanently.
Saves current settings for future use.

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Cancel Button:

Discards all changes and restores original dimensions.
Objects return to their initial state.

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User Guide:

Available through the script's help icon (⏼).

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This script helps maintain precise aspect ratios while giving you complete control over scaling behavior and reference points.

Perfect for designers working with multiple formats, social media content, or any situation requiring exact dimensional relationships.

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#Transform

Aspect Ratio Tweaker

Version: 1.0.2

Updated: February 16, 2026

Download Aspect Ratio Tweaker

1.0.0 – Initial release.
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Tested on MacOS:
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- Adobe Illustrator 2023 (27.0)
- Adobe Illustrator 2024 (28.1)
- Adobe Illustrator 2025 (29.0)
Supported Versions:
- Compatible with Adobe Illustrator CS6 and later, including Adobe Illustrator CC versions.
Operating Systems:
- Works on both macOS and Windows platforms.
End User License Agreement (EULA)
Last Updated: 21.12.2024
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Adobe Illustrator

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Adobe Illustrator is a professional vector graphics software developed by Adobe Inc. It is widely used by designers, illustrators, and artists for creating a variety of digital artwork, including logos, icons, illustrations, typography, and complex design layouts. Illustrator is known for its precision and scalability, allowing users to create high-quality graphics that can be resized without losing clarity. Its features include powerful drawing tools, customizable brushes, advanced typography options, and seamless integration with other Adobe Creative Cloud applications. Illustrator is a go-to tool for creative professionals working on projects for print, web, and multimedia platforms.

🅰 Locating the Scripts Folder
To install a Aspect Ratio Tweaker.jsx script in Adobe Illustrator, you need to place it in the correct directory where Illustrator can recognize it. Follow these steps to locate the Scripts folder:
1. MacOS:
  Open Finder and navigate to:
  Applications/Adobe Illustrator <Version>/Presets/<Language>/Scripts
2. Windows:
  Open File Explorer and navigate to:
  C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Illustrator <Version>\Presets\<Language>\Scripts
3. Replace <Version> with your Adobe Illustrator version (e.g., 2025).
4. Replace <Language> with your language folder (e.g., "de_DE" for German, "en_US" for English).
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🅱 Installing the Script
1. Copy the Script File: Copy the Aspect Ratio Tweaker.jsx file to the Scripts folder located in the path above.
2. On some systems, you may need administrator permissions to modify the Scripts folder.
3. Restart Adobe Illustrator: To refresh the scripts menu, close and reopen Adobe Illustrator.
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Explore our complete guide to mastering Adobe Illustrator scripts.
1. Open Adobe Illustrator and ensure a document is active.
2. Go to the top menu bar and select File > Scripts.
3. If the script is installed in the Scripts folder, it will appear in the dropdown list.
4. Click the Aspect Ratio Tweaker script to run it.
5. The Aspect Ratio Tweaker script will execute, and any dialog boxes or results will appear based on the script’s functionality.
☻ Before running any scripts, it’s strongly advised to save your work — especially when working with complex or large documents.

🅰 Locating the Scripts Folder
To install a Aspect Ratio Tweaker.jsx script in Adobe Illustrator, you need to place it in the correct directory where Illustrator can recognize it. Follow these steps to locate the Scripts folder:
1. MacOS:
  Open Finder and navigate to:
  Applications/Adobe Illustrator <Version>/Presets/<Language>/Scripts
2. Windows:
  Open File Explorer and navigate to:
  C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Illustrator <Version>\Presets\<Language>\Scripts
3. Replace <Version> with your Adobe Illustrator version (e.g., 2025).
4. Replace <Language> with your language folder (e.g., "de_DE" for German, "en_US" for English).
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🅱 Installing the Script
1. Copy the Script File: Copy the Aspect Ratio Tweaker.jsx file to the Scripts folder located in the path above.
2. On some systems, you may need administrator permissions to modify the Scripts folder.
3. Restart Adobe Illustrator: To refresh the scripts menu, close and reopen Adobe Illustrator.
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Explore our complete guide to mastering Adobe Illustrator scripts.

1. Open Adobe Illustrator and ensure a document is active.
2. Go to the top menu bar and select File > Scripts.
3. If the script is installed in the Scripts folder, it will appear in the dropdown list.
4. Click the Aspect Ratio Tweaker script to run it.
5. The Aspect Ratio Tweaker script will execute, and any dialog boxes or results will appear based on the script’s functionality.
☻ Before running any scripts, it’s strongly advised to save your work — especially when working with complex or large documents.

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