How to Change Photo Format to JPG on iPhone

If you need to save photos on your iPhone in JPG format, you can easily do this without installing any third-party apps. By following a few simple steps, you can adjust your device to save images in this specific format.

1. Adjusting Camera Settings to Save Photos in JPG Format

iPhones typically save photos in the HEIC format by default, as it takes up less storage space while preserving quality. However, you can modify the settings so that photos are saved in the more common JPG format:

  1. Open Settings on your iPhone.
  2. Scroll down and select Camera.
  3. Go to Formats.
  4. Select Most Compatible. From now on, photos will be saved in JPG format.

2. Converting Existing Photos to JPG Format

If you already have photos saved in HEIC format and want to convert them to JPG, you can also do this directly on your iPhone using the built-in "Files" or "Photos" app:

Method Using the Photos App

  1. Open Photos and choose the image you want.
  2. Tap the Share button and select Copy Photo.
  3. Open Notes and create a new note, pasting the copied image.
  4. Save the image from the note by selecting "Save as Image." The photo will now be saved in JPG format.

Method Using the Files App

  1. Open the Photos app and select the image you want.
  2. Tap Share and choose Save to Files.
  3. Go to Files and select the saved image, then tap Share again and choose Save Image. The photo will now be converted to JPG.

3. Using Third-Party Apps to Convert Photos

There are also apps available in the App Store that can convert images to different formats, including JPG. For instance, apps like JPEG-PNG Image File Converter or Image Converter allow you to change formats quickly. Just download the desired app, open it, select your photo, and choose the JPG format for conversion.