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# Size properties

These properties define the **width and height** of an element within a page layout.

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## **Size Options**

| **Option**    | **Description**                                    |
| ------------- | -------------------------------------------------- |
| **Automatic** | Adjusts the element size based on its content.     |
| **Manual**    | Sets a **fixed width and height** for the element. |

### **Manual Size Adjustments**

* **Width**: Defines the element’s **width in pixels**.
* **Height**: Defines the element’s **height in pixels**.
* **Lock Aspect Ratio**: Maintains the **original proportions** while resizing.

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## **Stretching Options**

| **Option**  | **Description**                                                     |
| ----------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Stretch** | Resizes content to **fit exactly** within the element’s boundaries. |
| **Uniform** | Scales content **to fit** while maintaining its **aspect ratio**.   |

**Note:** If the **Increase Video Performance** option is enabled, stretching **is not possible**—aspect ratio will always be maintained, and any unfilled areas will appear black.

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## **Additional Remarks**

* **Snap to Grid**: If enabled, the size can be set to values **outside the grid**.
* **Automatic Resizing & Alignment**:
  * If **Automatic** is enabled, the **size cannot be manually adjusted**.
  * **Resizing behavior** depends on alignment settings:
    * **Right-aligned** elements resize **to the left**.
    * **Middle-aligned** elements resize **on both sides**.
    * **Top/Bottom alignments** function similarly for vertical resizing.

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### **Optimization Tip**

For **best performance and quality**, **maintain the original size** of your content whenever possible.