Image Guides
20 practical articles supporting the tools.
How to Resize an Image Without Distorting It
Resizing is simple when you preserve the original aspect ratio and choose dimensions appropriate for the destination.
ConvertJPG vs PNG vs WebP: Which Format Should You Use?
Different formats trade file size, transparency, compatibility and image quality in different ways.
OptimizeHow Image Compression Works
Image compression reduces storage and transfer size by changing how image data is encoded.
InspectImage Aspect Ratio Explained
Aspect ratio describes the proportional relationship between image width and height.
SocialHow to Prepare Images for Social Media
Start with a high-quality source image, then adapt dimensions and crops for each destination.
SocialHow to Prepare a YouTube Thumbnail
A useful thumbnail should remain readable and visually clear even when displayed at a small size.
ConvertWhat Is WebP and When Should You Use It?
WebP is a modern web image format designed to provide efficient compression for web delivery.
ConvertPNG Transparency Explained
PNG can preserve transparent areas, which is useful for logos, icons and layered graphics.
OptimizeChoosing JPEG Quality for the Web
JPEG quality settings balance visible detail against file size.
InspectHow Image Dimensions Affect Quality
Pixel dimensions determine how much raster detail an image contains.
InspectWhat Do Megapixels Actually Mean?
Megapixels are simply millions of pixels and are useful for understanding image resolution.
InspectDPI vs PPI: A Practical Guide
DPI is commonly used for print output while PPI describes pixel density in digital contexts.
WebHow to Prepare a Favicon
Favicons are tiny website icons, so simple shapes and strong contrast work better than fine detail.
WebHow to Optimize Images for Faster Websites
Smaller appropriately sized images can reduce page transfer size and improve perceived loading speed.
EditCropping vs Resizing: What's the Difference?
Cropping removes part of an image while resizing changes the dimensions of the whole image.
SocialHow to Prepare a Good Profile Picture
A profile image should survive square or circular cropping and remain recognizable at small sizes.
ConvertHow to Convert a Transparent PNG to JPG
JPEG does not support alpha transparency, so transparent areas need a replacement background.
WebHow to Choose Thumbnail Dimensions
A thumbnail should match its display aspect ratio closely to avoid unnecessary cropping or stretching.
InspectHow Much Resolution Do You Need for Printing?
Print size depends on both the image's pixel dimensions and the chosen pixel density.
WebAre Browser-Based Image Tools Private?
When processing happens locally in the browser, the tool can perform many operations without uploading the image to a remote server.