How to Convert TIFF to PNG or JPG Without Losing Quality
imgmend Team
AI Image Tools
TIFF (tagged image file format) is large and not accepted everywhere. Convert it to PNG for no quality loss, or JPG for a smaller file, using Paint, Preview, GIMP or Photoshop.
To convert TIFF to PNG without losing quality, open the file in an editor such as Paint, Preview, GIMP or Photoshop and save or export it as PNG; for a smaller file, export as JPG, which loses a little quality. TIFF stands for tagged image file format.
| Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| TIFF to PNG | No quality loss: both are lossless |
| TIFF to JPG | Much smaller file, small quality loss |
| Windows | Paint → File → Save as |
| Mac | Preview → File → Export |
| Multi-page TIFF | Convert each page separately |
Why Convert a TIFF?
- Compatibility. Many websites, forms and apps do not accept .tif or .tiff files.
- File size. TIFFs are often very large because they store uncompressed or lightly compressed data.
- Sharing. PNG and JPG open anywhere, including browsers and phones.
How to Convert TIFF to PNG
Windows (Paint): open the file in Paint, then choose File → Save as → PNG picture.
Mac (Preview): open the file, choose File → Export, set Format to PNG and save.
GIMP or Photoshop: open the file, then use File → Export As (GIMP) or File → Save As / Export (Photoshop) and choose PNG.
PNG is lossless, so the pixels are preserved exactly. A multi-page TIFF may export only the first page in some tools, so export each page you need on its own.
How to Convert TIFF to JPG
Use the same steps and choose JPEG. JPEG discards some detail to save space, so choose a high quality setting for photos you want to keep, and keep the original TIFF if you may need it again.
Compress the Result Further
After converting, the imgmend compressor can reduce file size in your browser by lowering quality or dimensions, and shows the new size before you download. If the converted photo is noisy or grainy, the imgmend denoiser can clean it up. imgmend does not open TIFF files directly, so convert first.
Choosing Between PNG and JPG
PNG keeps every pixel and supports transparency but makes bigger files for photos. JPG is the practical choice for sharing photos. See PNG vs JPEG.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert TIFF to PNG?
Open the TIFF in Paint, Preview, GIMP or Photoshop and save or export it as PNG.
Does converting TIFF to PNG lose quality?
No. Both formats are lossless, so the pixels stay the same.
What is a tagged image file format?
It is the full name of TIFF, a high-quality image format common in photography, scanning and printing.
Why is my TIFF so large?
TIFF files often store uncompressed image data, so they are far larger than JPG or PNG copies.
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