PNG → JPEG
screen.png
Converted June 27, 2026
2.00 MB
Original size
→
419.9 KB
Result size
-80%
Smaller
1920×1080
Dimensions (px)
Converting PNG to JPEG applies lossy compression for the first time. You'll typically gain 50–80% smaller files at the cost of fine detail — especially visible in text, sharp edges, and flat areas. Transparent pixels become white. This is a one-way quality trade: the compression is baked in and can't be reversed.
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Common questions for PNG→JPEG
Will I lose quality?
Yes — JPEG is lossy. Quality settings of 85–95 are usually acceptable for photographs.
What happens to transparency?
Transparent pixels become white. JPEG has no alpha channel.
When does PNG→JPEG make sense?
For photographs going to the web where file size is important and transparency isn't needed.
Can I recover quality by converting back to PNG?
No. Converting back to PNG wraps the already-lossy pixels in a lossless container. The JPEG damage is permanent.
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