resize
Use 'resize' when changing the dimensions of an image, window, or other graphical element, typically in a digital environment.
- I need to resize the photo to fit the website layout.
- Could you resize the window so it's easier to read?
adjust
Use 'adjust' when making small changes to the position, shape, or state of something to improve or correct it, applicable to both physical and abstract objects.
- He had to adjust the mirror to see the road clearly.
- She adjusted her schedule to fit in a workout.
scale
Use 'scale' in the context of changing the size, especially when maintaining proportions. Often refers to growth, measurement, or digital adjustments.
- We need to scale the graph to better display the data.
- This startup needs to scale its operations to meet demand.
reshape
Use 'reshape' when changing the form or structure of something significantly, often to give it a new function or appearance.
- The artist decided to reshape the sculpture for the exhibition.
- They need to reshape their marketing strategy to reach a broader audience.
