Guide

What Is HEIC?

A simple guide to the iPhone photo format.

HEIC is a modern image format used by iPhone to store high-quality photos efficiently. It is useful on Apple devices, but it can create compatibility problems when another app or website expects JPG or PNG.

Why iPhones use HEIC

HEIC can keep image quality high while using less storage than older formats. That makes it practical for phones, where photo libraries can grow quickly.

Why HEIC can be hard to share

Some older apps, websites, online forms, printers, and non-Apple devices do not accept HEIC files. In those cases, converting to JPG is usually the simplest fix.

When to convert HEIC

  • Use JPG for websites, email, forms, printing, and general sharing.
  • Use PNG for high-quality exports or design workflows.
  • Keep HEIC when storage efficiency matters and compatibility is not a problem.

FAQ

Is HEIC the same as JPG?

No. HEIC is newer and efficient. JPG is older and more widely accepted.

Can Framio convert HEIC?

Yes. Framio converts HEIC photos to JPG or PNG on iPhone.

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