The digital landscape is constantly evolving, bringing forth innovations and advancements that cater to modern demands. In the realm of image formats, while stalwarts like JPG and PNG have long been favorites, a new contender has emerged — the WebP format. Pioneered by Google, WebP is strategically designed for the web, marrying both quality and efficiency. Compared to its contemporaries, a WebP image boasts a size reduction of 25-34% yet remarkably retains its original quality and resolution. This potent combination of compactness without quality compromise has rendered WebP a preferred choice for many contemporary web applications. Furthermore, its adaptability is highlighted by its compatibility with prominent browsers such as Chrome, Opera, and Firefox.
However, if you’re a Windows 10 or 11 users, you might find yourself puzzled about how to access or view these WebP files. Fear not, for in this risewindows guide, we will demystify the steps to effortlessly open WebP images on your Windows 10 or 11 system, ensuring you stay in sync with the ever-evolving digital trends.
How to Open WebP Image on Windows 11 or 10 with Photos App?
We recommend you use the Paint app to open and convert the WebP image into other formats, such as JPG or PNG since the above method can be a little complicated and take longer. After converting the file to the desired format, like JPG or PNG, you can also view it in other applications.
Use these steps to open WebP images on Windows 11 or 10 with the Photos app:-
Step 1: First, open Control Panel.
Step 2: Find the Appearance and Personalization option.
Step 3: Now, go to File Explorer Options.
Step 4: You will see a dialog box saying “File Explorer Options.” Switch to the View tab.
Step 5: Un-check the box “Hide extensions for known file types.”
Step 6: Click on Apply button.
Step 7: Click on OK.
Step 8: Next, find the File Explorer (Windows + E keyboard shortcut) and browse the .webp file you want to display.
Step 9: Right-click on the file and Rename it.
Step 10: Replace the extension .webp with .jpg or .png. Press Yes in the prompt window to change the file extension.
Step 11: Go to Open with > Photos by right-clicking on the image selected as the final step.
Now, the image will open in the Photos app.
How to Open and Convert WebP Images to JPG or PNG on Windows 11 or 10 with Paint?
If you want to open and convert WebP image to JPG or PNG on Windows 11 or 10 using the Paint tool, use the following step:-
Step 1: Right-click on the WebP image and select Open with > Paint.
Step 2: Once done, the Paint app will open the WebP image.
Step 3: Look for the Save as option in the File menu.
You can also press Ctrl + S key combination to open it.
Step 4: You have various image options such as PNG, JPEG, BMP, or GIF.
Step 5: Click the Save button.
After completing all the above steps, the WebP image will save in the same folder where the original image exists with a different extension. The image will store in the format you want.
Conclusion
WebP images, due to their exceptional combination of quality and compact size, have been gaining traction in the digital world. For Windows users, this may have presented an initial challenge in terms of compatibility. However, as demonstrated in this guide, with just a few simple steps and familiar tools like the Photos app or Paint, it becomes straightforward to open and convert WebP images. As digital formats and trends continue to evolve, ensuring familiarity with such processes empowers users to maintain adaptability and efficiency in their digital interactions.
