Platform-Specific Design Flashcards
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What is the recommended aspect ratio for Instagram feed posts?
Answer: 4:5
Instagram's recommended aspect ratio for feed posts is 4:5 (portrait), which maximizes vertical screen real estate on mobile devices.
What is the ideal image size for a Facebook Open Graph (link preview) image?
Answer: 1200×630px
Facebook recommends 1200×630px for link preview (Open Graph) images to display correctly without cropping.
Which LinkedIn image format works best for organic posts to maximize engagement?
Answer: Square 1:1
Square (1:1) images consistently receive the highest engagement on LinkedIn organic posts compared to other aspect ratios.
What is TikTok's native video resolution?
Answer: 1080×1920px (9:16)
TikTok's native resolution is 1080×1920px in 9:16 portrait orientation to fill the full mobile screen.
What safe zone percentage should designers follow for YouTube Shorts thumbnails?
Answer: Keep critical content within the center 80% of the frame
For YouTube Shorts, keeping critical text and faces within the center 80% of the frame prevents cropping across different display contexts.
Which design element is most critical when designing for Pinterest?
Answer: Tall, vertical imagery with strong visual storytelling
Pinterest's feed is designed for tall 2:3 images, and vertical pins with compelling visuals and clear text overlays perform best.
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