PNG vs JPG: Best format for screenshots, photos, and web uploads

PNG and JPG solve different problems. PNG is often better for sharp edges, screenshots, logos, and interface graphics. JPG is often better for photographs and smaller file sizes.

Choose PNG when

• You are working with screenshots or text-heavy images.
• You want to avoid extra compression artifacts.

Choose JPG when

• You are working with photos.
• You need a smaller file for email or form uploads.

Many people convert PNG to JPG when a website has a file size limit and transparency is not needed.