• HEIC format on Apple devices: smaller size, better quality than JPG.
• Limitations of HEIC: Limited compatibility outside Apple devices.
• Converting HEIC to JPG on Windows 11: Native apps or the Convertio tool.

The HEIC file format, popularly used on Apple devices, provides smaller file sizes and better quality than JPG files.

The HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) file format is widely used on Apple devices and offers a smaller size and higher quality than JPG files. However, its compatibility outside of Apple devices is limited, which makes it less popularly used overall.

To convert HEIC files to JPG on Windows 11, users can follow two straightforward methods: utilizing native Windows 11 apps or using a free online conversion tool such as Convertio.

Using a native Windows 11 app such as Microsoft Paint or Photos:

Ensure you have the necessary extensions from the Microsoft Store: HEIF Image Extensions and HEVC Video Extensions.

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1. Open your HEIC file with the Paint app.
2. Choose “File” then “Save as,” selecting “JPEG picture.”
3. Name your file and save it.
4. Alternatively, follow similar steps using the Photos app.

For those preferring a web-based solution, Convertio offers a free service:

1. Visit the Convertio website.
2. Upload your HEIC file.
3. Select JPG as the output format.
4. Convert the file and download the JPG version.

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Convertio’s free version has limitations, such as allowing a maximum of 10 conversions per day and capping file sizes at 100 MB.

Converting HEIC files to JPG on Windows 11 is straightforward and accessible using the mentioned methods.