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Fixing Tiny or Incorrectly Sized Post Preview Images in Inspiro

40 threads Sep 16, 2025 Theme → Inspiro

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Are your post preview images on the homepage appearing much smaller than expected? This is a common issue reported by users of the Inspiro theme, where a featured image displays correctly in one post but appears tiny in another. Let's explore why this happens and how to fix it.

Why Do Post Preview Images Appear Tiny?

This inconsistency is almost always related to the image's dimensions and aspect ratio. The Inspiro theme generates specific image sizes for use in different areas of the website. If an uploaded image does not meet the minimum size requirements for the 'inspiro-loop' image size (used for post previews on the homepage and archive pages), the theme may default to a smaller, unsuitable thumbnail.

How to Resolve the Tiny Image Issue

1. Check and Use Correct Image Dimensions

The most effective solution is to ensure your images are large enough. The recommended size for post preview images is at least 360 pixels by 240 pixels. Using an image that is too small will cause this display issue.

2. Regenerate Thumbnails

If you have changed an image after uploading it, or if the issue started after a theme update, your site may be serving an old, incorrectly sized version of the image. You can resolve this by using a free plugin like Regenerate Thumbnails. This tool will delete all existing image sizes and create new ones based on the current theme's specifications.

  1. Install and activate the Regenerate Thumbnails plugin.
  2. Go to Tools > Regenerate Thumbnails.
  3. Click Regenerate Thumbnails For All Attachments.

Important: This process can take some time if you have a large media library. It is highly recommended to create a full backup of your site before proceeding.

3. Verify the Featured Image

Double-check that you have set a Featured Image for the problematic post. Navigate to the post in the WordPress editor, and in the right-hand sidebar, locate the Featured Image panel. Ensure an image is set there.

Summary

A tiny post preview image is typically a simple fix. Start by ensuring your images are sufficiently large and then regenerate your thumbnails to force the theme to create the correct image sizes. This should resolve the display inconsistency across your posts.

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