How To Convert HEIC To JPG on PC [Solved]
Quick Navigation:
- Part 1. What is HEIC Format
- Part 2. How to Convert HEIC to JPG on PC
- Method 1. Convert HEIC to JPG on PC with Third-party Image Converter
- Method 2. Transfer and Convert HEIC Image to JPG with Qiling MobiMover
- Part 3. How to Convert HEIC Image to JPG with Photo App on Windows
- The Conclusion
The HEIC format gained popularity in 2017 when Apple adopted it as the new format for iPhone photos running iOS 11, aiming to reduce storage space. However, this shift has led to new issues, such as HEIC images not opening on Windows PCs and some apps, prompting demands to convert HEIC to JPG on PC.
Before we get started, let's learn more about HEIC Image.
Part 1. What is HEIC Format
HEIC, the abbreviation of High-Efficiency Image File Format, also known as HEIC, is a compressed image format that offers the same quality as JPEG but takes up half the storage space. It's supported by Apple devices running iOS 11 or later and some camera manufacturers like Canon, making it a promising format for wider adoption in the future.
Part 2. How to Convert HEIC to JPG on PC
The HEIC format, although widely adopted by Apple, still faces compatibility issues on most devices, including Windows PCs, Android devices, and some apps, making it difficult to open HEIC images. As a result, there is a growing need for image converters that can convert HEIC to JPG on a PC, and the following are two methods to achieve this.
Method 1. Convert HEIC to JPG on PC with Third-party Image Converter
When Apple announced that they used HEIC as the new format for iPhone photos, a great number of HEIC image converters emerged. Qiling MobiMover, a popular mobile transfer tool, also integrates a built-in HEIC converter that can quickly and safely convert images from HEIC to JPG format without requiring an internet connection, ensuring no risk of privacy leaks, even for sensitive information.
Step 1.Launch Qiling MobiMover on your PC and click "HEIC to JPG" on the navigation panel.
Step 2.To add HEIC photos to Qiling MobiMover, select and add one or multiple photos from your PC by clicking "Browse", or drag and drop the files into the program.
Step 3.Click "Convert" or "Start All" to convert HEIC photos to JPG. After the conversion completes, click "View" to check the converted JPG photo on your PC.
Method 2. Transfer and Convert HEIC Image to JPG with Qiling MobiMover
If you have HEIC images taken by an iPhone and want to view or edit them on your PC, Qiling MobiMover can help. This tool not only transfers files between your PC and iOS devices but also offers an alternative solution by transcoding files during transfer. When transferring photos from your iPhone to your PC, you can choose to save them in their original HEIC format or convert them to JPG format for easier viewing and editing.
Step 1. Connect your iPhone to a computer running Windows 7 or later, or Mac OS X 10.7 or later. Launch Qiling MobiMover, select "Phone to PC" and click "Next".
Step 2. Select the "Pictures" category to copy photos from your iPhone to your computer, allowing you to also transfer other supported file types in one go. This makes it easy to make a backup of your iPhone files.
Step 3. To transfer photos from your iPhone to a computer, click the "Transfer" button. The transfer time may vary depending on the size of the files, taking seconds or longer to complete. Once the process is finished, check the selected folder to verify the imported pictures.
Transferring and converting HEIC images is a breeze with Qiling MobiMover, making it easy to transfer photos from iPhone to PC without relying on iTunes.
Part 3. How to Convert HEIC Image to JPG with Photo App on Windows
Windows does not natively support viewing HEIC files, but you can install two Microsoft Store extensions, HEIF Image Extensions and HEVC Video Extensions, to view HEIC files with the Photo app, with the former being free and the latter costing $0.99 per month.
After installing the two extensions, you can edit the HEIC images and then save them in a JPG file to convert its format successfully.
The Conclusion
Qiling MobiMover offers two ways to convert HEIC images, making it a safe and efficient option. Alternatively, you can use the Photos app with two extensions to achieve the same result. Online HEIC image converters are also available, and we'll explore and review some options in the future.
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