How to Compress Images Without Losing Quality

Large images slow down websites and fill up storage. Learn how to compress images effectively while keeping them looking great.

Why Compress Images?

• Faster websites - Smaller images load quicker
• Better SEO - Google favors fast-loading pages
• Save storage - Keep more photos without running out of space
• Email friendly - Send images without size limits

Understanding Compression Levels

High Quality (0.8)

Best for professional photos and print. Minimal visible quality loss with good file size reduction.

Medium Quality (0.6)

Ideal for web images and social media. Good balance between quality and file size.

Low Quality (0.4)

Best for thumbnails and previews. Significant file size reduction with noticeable quality decrease.

Best Practices

• Start with high quality - You can always compress more later
• Use appropriate formats - JPEG for photos, PNG for graphics
• Resize first - Compress after resizing to final dimensions
• Test results - Compare before and after visually

How Much Can You Save?

Typical compression results:

• High quality: 20-40% file size reduction
• Medium quality: 50-70% file size reduction
• Low quality: 70-90% file size reduction

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