Image guides

Short, practical explanations of image formats and how to get the file you need.

• HEICJPG

  HEIC vs JPG: What's the Difference and Which Should You Use?

  HEIC vs JPG compared: file size, quality, compatibility and when to convert. Plus how to switch your iPhone to JPG.

• PNGWebP

  WebP vs PNG vs JPG: Which Image Format Should You Use?

  A practical comparison of WebP, PNG and JPG: size, quality, transparency and browser support, with clear rules for choosing.

• HEICJPG

  How to Open HEIC Files on Windows (Without Installing Anything)

  Three ways to open HEIC photos on Windows 10 and 11: the Microsoft extension, converting to JPG, or changing your iPhone's camera format.

• W × H

  How to Reduce Image File Size Without Losing Quality

  Practical steps to make photos smaller for email, forms and websites: resize, choose the right format and set the right quality.

• JPGJPG

  JPG vs JPEG vs JFIF: Are They Different?

  JPG, JPEG and JFIF explained: why there are three names for the same picture and what to do with a .jfif file.

• ICO + PNG

  How to Make a Favicon for Your Website

  Step by step: design, size and install a favicon, including favicon.ico, the Apple touch icon and the HTML you need.

• SVGPNG

  SVG vs PNG: Which Should You Use for Logos and Icons?

  SVG is a vector, PNG is a bitmap. Learn when each wins for logos, icons, screenshots and email, and how to convert between them.

• ImagePDF

  How to Convert Photos to PDF on Any Device

  Turn photos, scans and screenshots into one PDF on Windows, Mac, iPhone or Android, with tips for page order, size and file size.