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Split Image in Half

Cut a picture into two halves, left and right or top and bottom. Drag the line to cut exactly where you want.

✓ No upload, 100% private✓ No sign-up✓ Works on phone & desktop
1 Add your image
Drop an image here
or paste it with Ctrl+V
PNG · JPG · WebP · GIF · BMP · AVIF. Your image stays on your device.
3

Download your pieces

How to split an image in half

  1. Drop your image above, or paste it with Ctrl+V
  2. Keep 1×2 for left and right halves, or choose 2×1 for top and bottom
  3. Drag the red line if the cut should not be exactly in the middle
  4. Click Download ZIP, or download each half on its own

When to cut a picture in half

Splitting an image in half is handy for before-and-after photos, two-page scans of a book, side-by-side comparisons and dual-monitor wallpapers. It also turns a wide panorama into two posts.

The tool cuts exactly through the middle by default. If the subject is off-center, drag the cut line. Both halves update as you drag, and you can see their sizes in pixels before downloading.

Vertical or horizontal?

A vertical split (1 row, 2 columns) gives a left and a right half. A horizontal split (2 rows, 1 column) gives a top and a bottom half. Switch between them with the 1×2 and 2×1 presets in the settings.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about the split image in half tool.

How do I split an image in half vertically?

Choose the 1×2 preset. You get a left and a right half, named yourimage_1 and yourimage_2.

How do I split an image in half horizontally?

Choose the 2×1 preset. You get a top half and a bottom half.

Will the quality be reduced?

No. Exported as PNG, each half keeps the exact pixels of the original. JPG and WebP let you pick a quality level.

Can I cut off-center?

Yes. Drag the red line anywhere. The halves update instantly.

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