How custom dimensions are converted
The tool converts millimetres to pixels using 300 pixels per inch and 25.4 millimetres per inch. For example, 35×45 mm becomes approximately 413×531 pixels. Rounding to the nearest whole pixel is necessary because a digital image cannot contain a fraction of a pixel.
Use an exact source specification
Do not copy a size from a random image or assume a country's passport, visa, ID card and driving licence all use the same format. Find the current instruction from the authority receiving the application, then enter its stated width and height.
Custom-size workflow
- Enter the width and height in millimetres.
- Confirm the aspect ratio changes in the crop area.
- Upload and position a suitable source photo.
- Generate the preview and read the output summary.
- Download the single photo or 4×6 sheet and verify its pixel dimensions.
- Measure a test print if a physical photo is required.
What custom mode cannot decide
- Where the eyes and head must sit inside the frame
- Allowed background colors and lighting
- Whether home printing or online tools are permitted
- Required file type, color space or maximum file size
- Whether the final photo will be accepted
Frequently asked questions
Can I enter inches?
The custom controls accept millimetres. Multiply inches by 25.4 before entering the value.
Why is the pixel result rounded?
The exact conversion often contains a decimal, but pixel dimensions must be whole numbers. The tool rounds to the nearest pixel.
Can I make a size larger than the 4×6 sheet?
The controls are limited to 10–100 mm. A selected photo must still physically fit within the 4×6 output canvas.
Related: pixels and DPI guide · 35×45 maker · 4×6 template maker