Format Conversion Strategies 2025 — When to Use WebP/AVIF/JPEG/PNG and Why
Published: Sep 18, 2025 · Reading time: 1 min · By Unified Image Tools Editorial
Picking the correct format aligns bytes with fidelity. Photos often thrive in WebP or AVIF; UI/logos favor PNG or lossless WebP.
Quick Rules
- Need transparency? PNG/lossless WebP. If not, consider WebP/AVIF.
- Photos with gradients/skin: trial AVIF for extra savings; fallback to WebP.
- Icons/UI: prefer lossless (PNG/lossless WebP) to avoid subsampling artifacts.
Tools
- Simple conversion: Format Converter
- Batch + metadata handling: Advanced Converter
- PNG tuning: PNG Lossless Optimizer
See also color policy: Correct Color Management & ICC Profile Strategy 2025 — A Practical Guide for Stable Web Image Color.
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