PNG vs JPG: Which Is Better and When to Convert

PNG and JPG both work everywhere – but using the wrong one can make files 10 times bigger or make text blurry.

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Use JPG for photos

JPG compresses photos dramatically with little visible loss. A 4 MB PNG photo is often 400-600 KB as JPG.

Use PNG for screenshots, logos and text

PNG keeps sharp edges and text crisp and supports transparency. JPG adds fuzzy artefacts around text and makes transparent areas white.

When to convert PNG to JPG

When a photo or screenshot is too big to email or upload, or a form only accepts JPG. Drop the files into PNG to JPG – transparent areas become white.

When to keep PNG

Logos and graphics with transparency, images you'll keep editing, and screenshots with small text.

Frequently asked questions

Does converting PNG to JPG lose quality?

Slightly – at 92% quality it's not noticeable for photos.

Why is my screenshot PNG so big?

PNG stores every pixel exactly; convert to JPG or WebP to shrink it.

Is WebP better than both?

For websites, usually yes.

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