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Image format questions
Which image format should I use?
Use JPEG for photos, PNG for graphics, screenshots and anything that needs transparency, and WebP for lighter images on a website.
What is the difference between JPEG and PNG?
JPEG makes photos small by discarding some detail. PNG keeps every pixel and supports transparency, so its files are usually larger.
What is a HEIC file and why will it not open?
HEIC is the format iPhones use for photos. Many Windows PCs, apps and websites cannot open it. Convert it to JPEG and it opens anywhere.
Is WebP better than JPEG?
WebP files are usually smaller at similar quality, which helps websites load faster. JPEG is still the safer choice when you need it to open everywhere.
Does converting an image reduce its quality?
Converting to PNG keeps every pixel of the source. Converting to JPEG or WebP is lossy, so you choose a quality setting that balances size and detail.
Is it safe to convert images in the browser?
Yes. thedroppic converts images on your device, so the file is never uploaded to a server.