What changes when you convert PNG to HEIF?
HEIF uses compact image encoding. Converting from PNG can make the file smaller, but encoding may discard some fine visual detail.
- Add multiple images and process them together with the selected output format.
- Open the finished HEIF file and check fine details, layout and compatibility in the app where you plan to use it.
Source formatWhat is a PNG file?
PNG is a lossless image format that keeps every pixel sharp and supports full transparency. It is the go-to choice for logos, icons, screenshots and graphics with text, though files are larger than JPG.
How to open a PNG file
PNG opens natively in every web browser and the default image viewer on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS.
Output formatWhat is a HEIF file?
HEIF (High Efficiency Image Format) is a flexible container for compressed images, image sequences and related data. It can store photos efficiently and support features such as transparency, but compatibility varies by codec, app and operating system.
How to open a HEIF file
HEIF opens on modern iPhones, iPads and recent Windows/macOS (with the HEIF extension); for older apps or the web, convert it to JPG or PNG.