How to Convert HEIC to JPG on Mac GA S REGULAR Menu Lifewire Tech for Humans Newsletter! Search Close GO Smart & Connected Life > Travel Tech 35 35 people found this article helpful

How to Convert HEIC to JPG on Mac

Make your images work on Macs (and across the web)

By Thomas James Wilton Thomas James Wilton Writer Tom Wilton has been a freelance filmmaker and writer since 2012. His work has appeared in Video&Filmmaker, The Big Issue, and others. He's also been a consultant for CBS. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on February 9, 2021 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Travel Tech Digital Cameras & Photography Tips for Mobile Photography

What to Know

Preview app: Open the image in the Mac's Preview app. Select File > Export > Format > JPEG. Adjust the quality and select Save.Squoosh website: Go to the squoosh.app website. Drop HEIC image on the screen for automatic conversion to JPG. Download the file. This article explains how to convert an HEIC image to the JPEG format on a Mac using the Preview application that ships on the Mac or the Squoosh website in a browser.

How to Convert HEIC to JPG on a Mac With Preview

HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) is an image format used for storing photos captured on smartphones. Many device manufacturers, including Apple, Samsung, and Google, have adopted HEIC as it's an effective way of storing photo files without losing data. However, HEIC is still relatively new, and does not enjoy the same level of broad support as the older JPG format (aka JPEG). This can lead to issues when trying to upload an HEIC file to certain websites and apps. Converting an HEIC file to JPG is relatively simple to do. It's easy to convert HEIC to JPEG when you use the Preview application that comes on every in Mac. It takes just a few steps to convert your image file to a more recognizable format. Locate the file you want to convert and double-click it to open Preview or drag and drop an image onto the Preview icon in the Dock. In Preview, click File > Export. To convert the image to JPG, click Format and then click JPEG. Adjust the Quality slider to export a larger or smaller file. Check the File Size underneath the slider. Click Save to export the file.

How to Convert HEIC to JPG Using Squoosh in a Browser

The Google Sqoosh software is great for converting and compressing files via a web browser. Here's how to use it to convert an HEIC file to JPG. In a browser, navigate to https://squoosh.app/. Find the HEIC file you want to convert to JPG. Drag and drop it onto the Squoosh web page to upload it to the web app. Wait your HEIC image loads in the Squoosh app. The web app automatically converts your image to JPG upon export. To save your HEIC image as a JPG file, adjust the Quality slider as required and then click the download arrow in the lower-left corner. Save your JPG image to your device. How to Convert HEIC to JPG on iPhone Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Convert HEIC to JPG on iPhone SVG Files: What They Are and How to Open & Convert Them How to Convert HEIC Files to JPG in Windows 9 Best Free Image Converter Software Programs ARW File (What It Is & How to Open One) How to Convert JPG to PNG How to Convert PDF Files to JPG Format How to Resize Multiple Files with Photoshop Elements How to Convert WEBP to JPG How to Change Folder Color on Mac How to Convert Excel Documents to the PDF Format 7 Best Free Image Hosting Websites 10 Best Free Photo Resizers DRF File (What It Is & How to Open One) What Is a PDF File? (And How to Open One) How to Open HEIC Files in Windows Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies