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

Image format comparison: WebP, PNG, JPG, AVIF. Compression, quality, transparency, animation, and browser support.

Quick Decision

  • Photos: WebP (30% smaller than JPG). Fallback: JPG.
  • Screenshots/graphics with text: PNG (lossless). Or WebP lossless.
  • Transparency needed: PNG or WebP.
  • Animation: WebP or AVIF (not GIF — too large).
  • Maximum compression: AVIF (50% smaller than JPG, but slower encode).

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