rescale image - not resize

I want to rescale an image, usually to make its overall dimension smaller. All I ever get is resize - with fewer pixels. I get resizing. But I want RESCALING. Can this be done in the native Photo app? It seems: NOT. How about with Adobe Express or similar app? I opened an image in Adobe Express, it resizes alright. But will not rescale. Well, I could not find it if this feature exists. Suggestions?

iPad Pro, iPadOS 16

Posted on Jun 7, 2023 11:36 AM

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