How to make a photo collage
Updated 21 October 2026
Tool for this guide: Collage maker
Short answer: open the collage maker, add 2 to 9 photos, pick a layout and a size such as Portrait 4:5 for Instagram, adjust the spacing and corners, and download. It's saved at high resolution with no watermark.
Pick a size
| Size | Best for |
|---|---|
| Square 1:1 | Instagram and Facebook posts |
| Portrait 4:5 | Instagram feed (takes up the most space) |
| Story 9:16 | Stories, Reels, TikTok, WhatsApp status |
| Landscape | Facebook, X, presentations, desktop wallpaper |
| A4 print | Printing; 2480 × 3508 pixels, 300 DPI |
Pick a layout
- Grid – balanced; looks best with 4 or 9 photos.
- Rows or columns – good for before-and-after or step-by-step.
- Feature – one big photo with smaller ones; the first photo is the big one.
- Big on top – a hero photo above a row of smaller ones.
Step by step
- Open the collage maker and add 2 to 9 photos.
- Choose a layout and size.
- Set the spacing, rounded corners and background colour.
- Use the arrows in the photo list to change the order.
- Download as JPG or PNG.
Each photo is cropped to fill its space, and everything stays on your device.
Tips
- Mix close-ups and wide shots so the collage doesn't look flat.
- Put the best photo first in feature layouts.
- Add a caption afterwards with add text to image.
- For print, check sharpness with the DPI checker.
Questions
How many photos can a collage have?
Between 2 and 9.
How do I change which photo goes where?
Use the arrows in the photo list to move photos earlier or later.
Try it now
Combine 2 to 9 photos into one image. Choose a layout and size for Instagram, Stories or print, set the spacing and corners, and download.
Open collage maker