How to Batch Convert HEIC image format to JPG format on Mac

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Converting those photos to a more common format with the release of iOS 11, Apple switched to HEIF technology from the long JPEG standard. This means that all photos copied to your PC will arrive with a HEIC extension.

This could be problematic depending on what you want to do with those photos.

For example, if you want to order prints online or create a slideshow, you’ll find that the HEIC format isn’t accepted. In fact, viewing such photos in Windows is impossible without an additional plug in. Fortunately, a free HEIC codec is available in the Windows App Store

Image quality of HEIC and JPG files:

In terms of image quality, there is no real difference between HEIC and JPEG files. This makes them ideal for sharing photos online or emailing them as they take up less disk space and download faster.

HEIC Files vs. JPG Space:

HEIC files are about 50% the size of JPG files and therefore take up less disk space. However, not all devices or apps can read HEIC files yet, so you may need to convert them to JPG if you want to share them with someone who doesn’t have a device or app that supports HEIC files.

HEIC files vs. JPG Supported OS: HEIC is a newer, more efficient image format supported by newer Apple devices and some Android devices.

JPG is an older and less efficient image format supported by most devices. For example, Windows 10 does not currently support them. If you want to share photos with people using Windows 10 or earlier versions of Windows, you must first Convert HEIC to JPEG.

HEIC vs JPG files Image quality

Transparency of JPG files: Another benefit of HEIC files is that they are transparent, which means you can see the background behind the image. JPG files are opaque, so you cannot see the background behind the photo. It does not remove any data from the images, so there are no artifacts in them.

Using image Preview App on Mac to Convert HEIC to JPG

Using Preview:

Looking for ways to convert multiple HEIC files to JPG on Mac? If you are a Mac computer user, you can change HEIC to JPG by following these instructions.