How to Compress Images Without Losing Quality
Image compression is essential for faster websites and efficient storage. The key is choosing the right format and compression level for your use case.
Choose the Right Format
JPEG works best for photographs. PNG preserves transparency for logos and graphics. WebP offers superior compression for modern browsers.
Lossy vs Lossless
Lossy compression (JPEG, WebP quality below 100) removes data permanently but achieves smaller files. Lossless compression (PNG, WebP lossless) preserves every pixel.
Recommended Workflow
- Start with the highest quality source image
- Resize to the display dimensions you actually need
- Convert to WebP for web use when browser support allows
- Use quality settings between 75-85 for JPEG as a starting point
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