App Store Screenshot Sizes 2026 (+ Fix Wrong Dimensions)

Seeing "The dimensions of one or more screenshots are wrong" in App Store Connect? That error appears when an image does not match one of Apple's accepted pixel dimensions for the selected display class. Re-export at an exact size from the tables below—landscape uses Apple's corresponding landscape dimensions—and validate the file before uploading again. The current 6.9-inch iPhone display class accepts three portrait sizes: 1260 × 2736 for iPhone Air, 1320 × 2868 for iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone 16 Pro Max, and 1290 × 2796 for the listed Plus and earlier Pro Max devices. Apps that run on iPhone need a 6.9-inch screenshot set. Apps that run on iPad need a 13-inch set at 2064 × 2752 or 2048 × 2732.

Accepted App Store Screenshot Sizes (2026)

Landscape usually reverses the portrait pair. Apple lists separate heights for legacy sizes captured without a status bar, and those exceptions are included in the downloadable reference.

_Last verified against Apple's screenshot specifications: September 1, 2026._

Download the complete reference: CSV · JSON Blocked by a dimensions error? Two ways to prepare a corrected export:

• Fix the "wrong dimensions" error → — choose an accepted output such as 1242 × 2688, 1284 × 2778, or 1320 × 2868, then inspect the re-export.
• Create correctly-sized screenshots from scratch → — select the relevant iPhone or iPad preset, then inspect the export.

Already have the right dimensions? Present the same UI in a current iPhone mockup or a landscape and portrait iPad mockup, then reuse that device treatment across the whole store listing.

What this guide adds over Apple's reference: a searchable table, downloadable CSV and JSON files, an in-browser validator, and a direct path to re-export an off-size image. Apple remains the source of truth for accepted dimensions.

"The Dimensions of One or More Screenshots Are Wrong" — What Apple Expects

If App Store Connect says _"The dimensions of one or more screenshots are wrong. They must be one of the following: 1242 × 2688px, 2688 × 1242px, 1284 × 2778px or 2778 × 1284px"_, your file is not one of Apple's accepted 6.5-inch sizes. App Store Connect validates the pixel size exactly — an image that is 1243 × 2688, 1242 × 2689, or scaled to "roughly" the right size all get rejected. Match one of the accepted sizes exactly and the error clears.

One repair workflow: upload the rejected file to the App Store screenshot dimension fixer, choose the intended accepted output, and inspect the re-export before uploading again. Or start clean with the App Store screenshot generator and select the preset that matches the App Store Connect slot. For the 6.9-inch iPhone class, 1320 × 2868 px is one accepted portrait size—see the full table below.

iPhone Screenshot Dimensions

Apple accepts exact pixel dimensions for its display classes. For an iPhone app, provide one to 10 screenshots using either an accepted 6.9-inch or 6.5-inch canvas. Apple can scale that supplied set for smaller iPhone classes according to the fallback notes in its specification.

Current accepted iPhone sizes

Which iPhone Size to Prioritize

Apple currently requires a single 6.9-inch or 6.5-inch screenshot set when the app runs on iPhone. When the interface is the same across device sizes, Apple advises supplying only the highest-resolution required set and lets App Store Connect scale it for smaller classes. A 6.9-inch set is a practical current default, but an accepted 6.5-inch set is also valid. Do not relabel 1260 × 2736 as a 6.5-inch asset: Apple lists iPhone Air in the 6.9-inch class.

iPad Screenshot Dimensions

iPad screenshots are required if your app supports iPad.

Required iPad Sizes

Which iPad Size to Prioritize

Provide a 13-inch set when the app runs on iPad. Apple lists both 2064 × 2752 and 2048 × 2732 as accepted 13-inch portrait sizes. Use the downloadable data for older 10.5- and 9.7-inch exceptions.

Screenshot Requirements

Beyond dimensions, Apple has other requirements:

Format:

• PNG or JPEG (PNG recommended for quality)
• RGB color space
• No alpha/transparency

Content rules:

• Screenshots must show the app in use and accurately reflect its core experience
• Text and image overlays are permitted when they explain the real app experience
• Use fictional account information instead of a real person's data
• Maximum 10 screenshots per device type

What to avoid:

• Features, prices, awards, or results the app does not actually provide
• Names, icons, or imagery from other mobile platforms unless the app has approved cross-platform functionality

How to Create the Right Sizes

Option 1: Screenshot from Simulator

Xcode Simulator exports at exact device dimensions:

1. Run your app in Simulator

2. Select the target device

3. File → Save Screen (Cmd + S)

Option 2: Use a Mockup Tool

An App Store screenshot generator like Screenhance lets you:

1. Upload any screenshot

2. Export at exact App Store dimensions

3. Add device frames and backgrounds

This can reduce repeated setup when you need several selected outputs from one source image. An ASO screenshot tool can also help you build variants for a controlled Product Page Optimization test.

Option 3: Design in Figma

Create artboards at exact dimensions, then export. Good for adding text overlays and custom backgrounds.

Quick Reference Cheat Sheet

Current top-level display classes:

These are not interchangeable labels for one device. Match the accepted size to the device or artboard used for the source capture.

Common Mistakes

Wrong dimensions

Even 1 pixel off can cause rejection. Double-check before uploading. If App Store Connect already rejected your upload, here is exactly how to fix the "dimensions of one or more screenshots are wrong" error.

Low resolution

Avoid enlarging a low-resolution capture when a native-resolution source is available; inspect any resampling closely for blurred UI text.

Inconsistent orientation

Check the orientation rules for the selected display class and preview the sequence in App Store Connect.

Missing required sizes

If the submitted app runs on iPad, provide the required iPad screenshot set as well as the applicable iPhone set.

iPhone 17 Pro Max Screenshot Dimensions: 1320 x 2868 (Same as iPhone 16 Pro Max)

Apple lists 1320 × 2868 px for iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone 16 Pro Max. The 6.9-inch display class also accepts 1290 × 2796 px for the listed Plus and earlier Pro Max devices and 1260 × 2736 px for iPhone Air. Apple lists iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro in the 6.3-inch class, which accepts 1179 × 2556 and 1206 × 2622 px.

Apple App Store Screenshot Requirements 2026

Apple allows one to 10 screenshots in JPEG, JPG, or PNG format and does not allow alpha channels or transparency. An iPhone app needs an accepted 6.9-inch or 6.5-inch set; a 13-inch set is required when the app runs on iPad. Other display classes use the fallback behavior Apple documents in the specification.

Apple App Store Screenshot Guidelines 2026

Apple's technical reference covers file types, transparency, and pixel dimensions. App Review Guideline 2.3 covers content: screenshots must show the app in use, accurately reflect the core experience, and stay current. Text and image overlays are allowed; misleading features, prices, or other metadata are not.

Apple App Store Screenshot Size Requirements 2026

The current requirement is one to 10 screenshots using a size Apple accepts for the relevant display class. The full machine-readable list on this page is available as CSV and JSON.

App Store Screenshot Trends 2026

The durable 2026 workflow is to design from current product captures, export a valid 6.9-inch or 6.5-inch iPhone set, add a 13-inch set when the app supports iPad, localize the message for the markets you actually serve, and test creative changes in App Store Connect. See 32 App Store screenshot patterns for design ideas, but validate any conversion claim against your own Product Page Optimization results.

Sizing and localisation are separate checks. Once the master set passes the pixel requirements, use the App Store screenshot localisation guide to plan locale selection, text expansion, review, and upload without rebuilding the visual system.

iPhone 17 and the Current 6.9-Inch Display Class

The important change is the shape of Apple's current 6.9-inch table. It now lists iPhone Air at 1260 × 2736, iPhone 17/16 Pro Max at 1320 × 2868, and several Plus and earlier Pro Max devices at 1290 × 2796. Treat those as accepted sizes attached to specific source-device families, not as interchangeable quality tiers.

If you maintain one master design, use responsive padding and text-safe areas so it can be adapted to the selected accepted canvases without stretching the captured UI. Validate every exported file with the size checker before upload.

Accuracy matters more than the production method

Apple does not publish different review-speed guarantees for Simulator captures, generated compositions, or designed screenshots. Its rule is accuracy: screenshots should show the app in use and reflect the experience a customer receives. Text and image overlays are permitted, but they cannot turn a roadmap feature, fabricated result, or false price into apparent product functionality.

Use real product UI, fictional account data, and claims you can demonstrate inside the submitted app. That produces a more trustworthy listing and avoids promising a feature the binary does not contain.

Related Reading

• App Store Screenshot Generator - Create screenshots with current App Store presets
• Play Store Screenshot Generator - Android screenshot sizes and generation
• App Store Screenshots: The Complete Guide - Sizes, framework, localization, and tools
• App Store Screenshot Localization Guide - Adapt a valid master set for each supported market
• How to Create App Store Screenshots That Convert - Design tips
• Screenshot Size Guide: Dimensions for Every Platform - All platforms
• Best Screenshot Size: Complete Guide - General sizing guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does App Store Connect say my screenshot dimensions are wrong?

App Store Connect rejects a screenshot with "the dimensions of one or more screenshots are wrong" when the file's pixel size does not exactly match one of Apple's accepted dimensions for that device class. It validates the size to the pixel — a file that is 1243 × 2688 instead of 1242 × 2688, an image that was exported at a scaled or "fit" size, or a screenshot that picked up extra pixels from a device frame or padding will all fail. The common accepted 6.5-inch sizes Apple lists in the error are 1242 × 2688, 2688 × 1242, 1284 × 2778, and 2778 × 1284; one accepted 6.9-inch size is 1320 × 2868. Re-export at an accepted size and inspect the result before uploading again. The App Store screenshot dimension fixer provides presets for that workflow.

What size should App Store screenshots be in 2026?

For the 6.9-inch iPhone class, Apple accepts 1260 × 2736, 1290 × 2796, and 1320 × 2868 portrait screenshots for the device families listed in its specification. For the required 13-inch iPad class, it accepts 2064 × 2752 and 2048 × 2732. Use the exact size that matches your source device or artboard.

How many screenshots can I upload to the App Store?

Apple allows one to 10 screenshots for each supported device class. Use enough images to explain the core experience clearly; there is no requirement to fill all 10 slots.

Do I need different screenshots for each iPhone size?

Provide either an accepted 6.9-inch or 6.5-inch set when the app runs on iPhone. Apple documents how that set is scaled for smaller display classes. If you provide additional native sets, use an accepted size for each selected class.

What format should App Store screenshots be?

Use PNG for best quality, especially for screenshots with text and UI elements. JPEG is accepted but may show compression artifacts. Images must be RGB color space with no transparency.

Can I add device frames to App Store screenshots?

Apple permits text and image overlays, but the result must show the app in use and accurately reflect its core experience. If you add a device treatment with an iPhone mockup generator, keep the UI truthful and export the final composition at an accepted size.

Can I submit fewer than 10 screenshots?

Yes. Apple allows one to 10 screenshots for each supported device class. Choose the number that explains the product clearly instead of padding the listing with repetitive images.

Can I update screenshots without a binary update?

You can submit eligible metadata changes through App Store Connect. Their availability and review path depend on the app version and metadata field, so check the current App Store Connect status and submission guidance before planning an experiment.

What App Store metadata guidelines should I know before submitting?

Apple's App Review Guidelines section 2.3 requires screenshots and previews to reflect the app's core experience accurately and remain up to date. Screenshots should show the app in use, may contain explanatory text or image overlays, and should use fictional—not real—account information. Avoid irrelevant competing-platform imagery and any claim the app does not deliver.

How do I appeal a screenshot rejection?

Use the App Review section of App Store Connect to respond to the rejection notice. Address the specific issue Apple identified and point to the screen or workflow that substantiates your metadata. If the file is simply off-size, re-exporting at an accepted dimension is faster than disputing the validator.

What are Apple App Store screenshot requirements in 2026?

Apple's current requirements are JPEG, JPG, or PNG; no alpha channel or transparency; an accepted pixel dimension; and one to 10 screenshots. Apps that run on iPhone need an accepted 6.9-inch or 6.5-inch set, while apps that run on iPad need a 13-inch set.

What are Apple App Store screenshot guidelines in 2026?

The technical reference defines accepted formats, transparency, and dimensions. The content guideline requires an accurate depiction of the app in use. Explanatory text and image overlays are permitted; misleading functionality or metadata is not.

What are Apple App Store screenshot size requirements in 2026?

The current list includes 1260 × 2736, 1290 × 2796, and 1320 × 2868 for the 6.9-inch iPhone class; 1179 × 2556 and 1206 × 2622 for 6.3-inch; three accepted 6.1-inch sizes; and multiple 13-, 11-, 10.5-, and 9.7-inch iPad sizes. Download the complete list as CSV or JSON.

What are the App Store screenshot trends for 2026?

A durable workflow is to maintain an editable master, export the canvases the app actually needs, localize supported markets, and validate every output before upload. Creative guidance should be tested against your own conversion data instead of treated as a universal uplift claim.

Should I localize device names in screenshot captions?

If a caption references a specific device, preserve Apple's official product name while translating the surrounding copy accurately. For feature captions, localize the full message for a market only when the app supports that experience. Have a fluent reviewer check important locales.

Conclusion

App Store screenshot dimensions are exact. Provide a valid 6.9-inch or 6.5-inch iPhone set, and provide a valid 13-inch iPad set if the app runs on iPad. Check Apple's live specification before each release.

Get the dimensions right and make the opening screenshots explain the product clearly. Once the sizes pass validation, read how to create App Store screenshots that actually convert for testable design guidance and use Screenhance's translation workflow across 16 supported locales for the markets your app actually serves. The right dimensions are the starting point, not the whole listing strategy.

Two ways to get unblocked right now:

• Already got the "wrong dimensions" rejection? Choose an accepted output in the dimension fixer →, inspect the re-export, and upload it to the matching App Store Connect slot.
• Starting fresh? Create correctly-sized App Store screenshots →, choose the relevant presets, and inspect each output.

Ready to build a store set? Try the App Store screenshot generator. Pick a template, add your screenshots, and export the supported sizes and locales your release needs.

Launching the app, not just shipping screenshots? The Screenhance Launch Kit turns one brief into your whole launch set at once: App Store screenshots, a Product Hunt gallery, an OG social card, and a website hero, all sharing one brand look.