JPG vs PNG vs WEBP — Which Image Format Should You Use and When
JPG, PNG, and WEBP are the three image formats you will encounter most often in everyday digital work — but most people use them interchangeably without knowing what makes each one different or when one is genuinely better than another. Choosing the wrong format costs you file size, image quality, compatibility, or all three. This guide explains exactly what each format does, where it excels, where it falls short, and how to pick the right one every time without second-guessing yourself.