How to Crop Images in Buffer Posts
- George Apostolov
How to Crop Images in Buffer Posts: step-by-step guide
In your selected social media account, click "+ New Post."
Click on "Drag & drop or select a file."
Select the "Edit" option on the image.
Select the "Crop" tool.
Choose a preset size or manually adjust the dimensions.
Click "Apply" to save changes.
Quick answer: To crop images in Buffer, open your selected social media account and click New Post. Drag and drop or select a file, click Edit on the image, and choose the Crop tool. Select a preset size or manually adjust the dimensions, then click Apply to save your changes.
About this Buffer tutorial
Easily edit and resize your visuals for social media posts in Buffer by using the built-in image cropping tool to adjust dimensions. This guide shows how to crop Images in Buffer Posts in 6 steps, starting with "In your selected social media account, click '+ New Post'" and finishing with "Click 'Apply' to save changes". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Buffer interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to crop Images in Buffer Posts?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Buffer data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Buffer. Related guides: How to Customize Post Previews in Buffer, How to Customize Post Times in Buffer and How to Customize the Same Post for Different Platforms in Buffer. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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