TikTok carousel size
The recommended TikTok photo carousel size is 1080 × 1920 pixels (9:16 aspect ratio).
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Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (px) | 1080 × 1920 px |
| Aspect ratio | 9:16 |
| Max file size | 20MB |
| Supported formats | JPG, PNG, WebP |
| Minimum resolution | 720x1280 |
| Color mode | sRGB |
Design at this size with Moda
Start with a canvas pre-set to 1080×1920px and let AI generate your design.
Create a TikTok photo carousel →Design tips
TikTok photo carousels (Photo Mode) should use 1080×1920 pixel images in a 9:16 vertical format. Carousels support 4-35 images per post, with viewers swiping left to see the next photo. This format has become increasingly popular for educational content, recipes, outfit ideas, and storytelling.
- •Use 1080×1920px (9:16) for each image — this fills the full screen like a regular TikTok video.
- •Design each slide to communicate one point quickly — carousels auto-advance every 3-5 seconds.
- •TikTok requires a minimum of 4 images per carousel, up to a maximum of 35.
What you need to know
TikTok's Photo Mode (carousel) lets you post 4-35 swipeable images in a single post. Each image should be 1080×1920 (9:16) for full-screen display. You can add music that plays as viewers swipe through, and each image can have its own text overlay added within TikTok's editor.
Photo carousels appear in the For You feed as auto-advancing slideshows. Each image displays for approximately 3-5 seconds before advancing, though viewers can swipe manually. The auto-advance means you need to design each slide to communicate its message quickly — think one key point per slide with large, readable text.
The carousel format has seen explosive growth on TikTok, particularly for educational content ('5 tips for...'), recipe breakdowns, travel guides, and fashion styling. Many creators use carousels to repurpose Instagram carousel content for TikTok. While the dimensions are the same (both are swipeable image posts), TikTok carousels require 9:16 vertical images rather than Instagram's typical 4:5 or 1:1.
How to create a TikTok photo carousel at the right size
- 1Open Moda and create a new canvas at 1080×1920 pixels.
- 2Design your TikTok photo carousel using AI generation or start from a blank canvas.
- 3Export as JPG and upload to TikTok.
Frequently asked questions
What size are TikTok carousel images?
1080×1920 pixels (9:16 vertical) per image. You can include 4-35 images per carousel post.
How many images can a TikTok carousel have?
Minimum 4, maximum 35 images per carousel. Each image should be JPG or PNG format.
Are TikTok carousels the same size as Instagram carousels?
No. TikTok carousels use 9:16 vertical (1080×1920). Instagram carousels typically use 4:5 (1080×1350) or 1:1 (1080×1080).
Same format on other platforms
Sources
Specs last verified: March 19, 2026. Dimensions may change as platforms update their requirements.