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JPEG
An image format commonly using lossy compression for photographs.
In everyday use
You export a smaller photographic cover for the web.
What to keep in mind
Repeated lossy exports can reduce quality; keep the original.
Also searched as: JPG
Further reading
Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.
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