3 Free & Easy Ways to Convert HEIC Files to JPG on Windows

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A complete guide to converting HEIC images to JPEG on Windows
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Do you have an HEIC image that you want to convert to JPG (or JPEG), but you're not sure how? HEIC is an alternative file format to JPG as it takes up less space, but it's not yet recognized by all computers and programs, though it is common on mobile phones, especially Apple's iPhone. In this article, we'll go over three ways to convert HEIC images to JPGs on Windows. Keep reading to learn more.

Converting HEIC to JPEG

  • Use CloudConvert online to convert HEIC to JPG without needing to download anything.
  • Download CopyTrans Studio to convert HEIC to JPG offline, or to view HEIC images on your computer.
  • Install a Microsoft Store app that can convert HEIC images to JPG.
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Using CloudConvert Online

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  1. CloudConvert is a free website that allows you to convert files from one file type to another, and it will let you convert HEIC images to JPG.
    • You can access CloudConvert's HEIC to JPG converter here .
    • Other online converters can convert HEIC to JPG, such as HEICtoJPG and FreeConvert . The steps below are for CloudConvert, but they will likely loosely translate to other conversion sites as well.
  2. 2
    Click the red Select File button. It's in the middle of the page. [1]
    • If you don't see "convert HEIC to JPG" in the corner, use the dropdowns to change the file type options.
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    Choose your file. Your HEIC image must already be on your computer. If it's not, transfer it over using your email or a cloud service like iCloud or Dropbox.
    • You can choose more than one image to convert at a time. Simply hold down Shift while clicking to select a group of files that are next to each other, or hold down Ctrl while clicking to select files that aren't next to one another.

    Tip: Don't upload personal or private photos to a converter website. While reputable conversion sites have a layer of security protecting your data, it's always better to be safe than sorry. The best way to keep your personal or private data safe is never to upload it online.

  4. 4
    Click the red Convert button. Your image will immediately begin converting. If you are converting more than one image, it may take a few moments for the conversion to complete.
  5. 5
    Click Download . Once your image has finished converting, you can download it. Repeat this step for each file you uploaded to CloudConvert.
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Using CopyTrans Studio

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    Download and install CopyTrans Studio. CopyTrans Studio is a robust app that allows your computer to view HEIC images, convert HEIC to JPG offline, and more.
    • To download CopyTrans Studio, go to their website . After downloading the installer, open it and follow the on-screen instructions to finish installing the app.
  2. 2
    Open CopyTrans Studio. You can easily do this by typing "CopyTrans Studio" into your taskbar search bar, then clicking on CopyTrans Studio from the menu that pops up.
  3. 3
    Navigate to the HEIC image on your computer. You must already have the HEIC images on your computer to continue. If you don't, transfer them using your email or a cloud service like iCloud or Dropbox. Alternatively, you can click Copy your iPhone photos & videos to PC in CopyTrans Studio to move your HEIC images to your computer.
  4. 4
    Right-click the image and choose Convert HEIC with CopyTrans . This will pull up a contextual menu.
  5. 5
    Choose Convert to JPG . Alternatively, you can choose Convert to PDF or Convert to PNG .
    • Repeat steps 3 through 5 for each HEIC image you want to convert to JPG.
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Using a Microsoft Store App

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  1. There are a few apps like this on the Microsoft Store. We recommend the Real HEIC to JPG Converter by Xiaoya Lab . [2]
    • To install the app, click the blue Install button on the Microsoft Store page, then download the installer. Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to finish installing the app.
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    Open the app once it's done installing. If the app doesn't open automatically, you'll need to open it manually from the Start menu.
    • In this section, we'll be going over how to use the Real HEIC to JPG Converter. The app you use may work slightly differently.
  3. 3
    Click Add Files in the upper-left corner. This will open a window where you can choose your HEIC image(s) to convert. [3]
  4. 4
    Choose your file. Your HEIC image must already be on your computer. If it's not, transfer it over using your email or a cloud service like iCloud or Dropbox.
    • You can choose more than one image to convert at a time. Simply hold down Shift while clicking to select a group of files that are next to each other, or hold down Ctrl while clicking to select files that aren't next to one another.

    Tip: Don't upload personal or private photos to a converter website. While reputable conversion sites have a layer of security protecting your data, it's always better to be safe than sorry. The best way to keep your personal or private data safe is never to upload it online.

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    Choose your conversion settings. On the right-hand side of the window, there will be some options you can adjust.
    • Output Format: It's set to JPEG (which is the same as JPG) by default, but you can choose between PNG, JPG, JPEG, and BMP.
      • Since JPG and JPEG are the same, you can choose either one if you want to convert your image to a JPG.
    • Output Folder: By default, the app will point to your Pictures folder. To change the folder where images are saved, click the three-dot icon and select a different folder.
      • Alternatively, you can check the box next to "Save in the input file directory" to save the converted JPG images in the same folder that the original HEIC images were in.
    • Compression Quality: By default, this is set to 75. A value of 100 is high quality with low compression, and a value of 0 is low quality with high compression. [4]
      • You're usually okay to leave this at the default unless you need to reduce the size of your image.
    • Preserve EXIF Data: EXIF data is metadata saved with your image, including what type of device took the picture and what time the image was taken. If you want the converter to clear the image's EXIF data, uncheck this box. Otherwise, leave it checked.
    • Delete the original files after conversion: If you want the original HEIC file to be deleted once you convert it to a JPG, check this box. Otherwise, leave it unchecked.
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    Click Convert in the bottom-right corner. It will take a few moments for the image to convert. At the bottom of the screen, you'll see if the conversion was a success or a failure. You can click Open Folder to view the folder that holds the converted JPG image. [5]
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Opening an HEIC File on Windows

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  1. While you may need to convert an HEIC file to JPG for some applications, most modern PCs running Windows 10 or 11 can view HEIC files like any other image file. If the image isn't already on your computer, transfer it over using your email or a cloud service like iCloud or Dropbox.
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    Navigate to the image file in File Explorer. File Explorer is pinned to your taskbar by default, and has an icon of a yellow folder. Use the left-hand sidebar to navigate to the folder where your HEIC file is located.
  3. The HEIC file won't have a thumbnail preview like other image files, but you can still open the image to view it. By default, Windows will open the HEIC file in the Photos app. If you want to view it in a different app, right-click the file, hover the Open with option, then choose the program you want to view the file in.
    • Not all programs will support HEIC files, but many do. If you just want to view the file, the default Windows Photos app can open HEIC files without any problems.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://cloudconvert.com/heic-to-jpg
      2. ↑ https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9nm9sn6hhzw3?hl=en-us&gl=US
      3. ↑ https://www.xiaoyalab.com/real-heic-converter/online-tutorial/
      4. ↑ https://www.xiaoyalab.com/real-heic-converter/online-tutorial/3/
      5. ↑ https://www.xiaoyalab.com/real-heic-converter/online-tutorial/4/

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