How to convert JPG to AVIF?
You can convert JPG to AVIF with MConverter in three easy steps:
- Choose JPG files from your deviceAt the top of this page, drag and drop your JPGs.
You can also click to select JPG files using your operating system's file picker.
Another method is to press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V (⌘+V on Mac) to paste a JPG file you have copied to clipboard.
Converting a folder with JPG files to AVIF is also supported: simply paste or drag and drop it. - Click or tap on AVIF from the list of target formatsAlternatively, you can use the search field to quickly find the format you need, whether it's AVIF or something else.
- Download your AVIF files, after MConverter has finished processing themThere's an option to automatically download the converted AVIF files, so you don't have to press the download icon for each AVIF.
On desktop platforms, you can download the AVIF files to a different folder by clicking on SAVE TO...
You may see a share icon as well. Use it to directly share the AVIFs with other apps.
About the formats
| File extension | .jpg |
|---|---|
| Alternative filename extension | .jpeg |
| Category | Image file formats |
| Developed by | Joint Photographic Experts Group |
| Mime type | image/jpeg |
Format description
JPEG is a widespread raster image format which utilizes lossy compression, i.e. parts of the image's details are lost. Typically, it is used for storing digital images from smartphones and digital cameras.| File extension | .avif |
|---|---|
| Category | Image file formats |
| Developed by | AOMedia (Alliance for Open Media) |
| Mime type | image/avif |
Format description
The AV1 Image File Format (AVIF) is a new format which promises better compression and smaller file sizes than JPEG, PNG, WebP, and all other current image formats on the web. Based on the generic HEIF image format, AVIF supports alpha transparency, HDR, lossy and lossless compression. AVIF is already being used by Netflix and Microsoft.Which browsers support AVIF and since when?
In 2024, all major browsers can render AVIF images. Support in Google Chrome and Chromium-based browsers (like Microsoft Edge, Brave, and Opera) has landed in late August 2020. Firefox can display AVIF images from version 93, released in October 2021. Apple's Safari can finally recognize and show AVIF images starting with iOS 16, released in September 2022.Common questions about converting JPG to AVIF
Can I convert JPG to AVIF in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple JPGs to AVIFs simultaneously. You can even drag and drop folders containing JPGs to convert to AVIF.
Pasting JPG files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting JPG files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert a JPG file to AVIF, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big JPGs, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert JPG files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert JPG files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
Is converting JPGs to AVIF safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your JPG files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your JPGs and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
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How long does it take to convert JPG to AVIF?
For most images, the wait should be less than a minute. If they are animated, it may take a little longer. However, MConverter also supports converting larger images, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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