Oh, HEIC No!
Bahahahaha…..
But seriously, no. As a person who works closely with business owners to create content to tell their unique brand story, I use client photos fairly often. Because I’m a stickler I want all images and content to “go”. This means I often edit the photos before putting them to use. It’s a fairly quick process, and something I can do in a few quick clicks. That is unless the image is sent as a HEIC. Then it gets fussy, and to be completely honest, a little annoying. Now, I’m not about to be mad at anyone but myself for this since I’ve never asked for anything different or specific, but it’s probably time I stop banging my head and close the cupboard door. Below, find out why HEIC can be annoying and how easy it is to change.
What the HEIC is it? (i know, i’m sorry)
Smartphones have become our go-to device for capturing photos, and with the latest iOS update, Apple has introduced a new photo format called High Efficiency Image Format (HEIC). Although HEIC is a more efficient way of storing images and can save you storage space, it's not always the best option when it comes to editing, digital sharing, and use.
The reason for this is that HEIC is not yet fully supported on all devices, and some programs may not be able to open or edit HEIC files. On the other hand, the Most Compatible mode captures photos in the JPEG format, which is more widely supported and can be opened and edited on almost any device or program.
So, if you plan to edit your photos or share them with friends and family who may not have the latest devices, it's best to take photos in Most Compatible mode.
Change your Camera Settings from HEIC to Most Comp
Now, let's talk about how to change your camera settings to Most Compatible mode.
Here are the steps:
Open the "Settings" app on your iPhone or iPad.
Scroll down and tap "Camera."
Tap "Formats."
Select "Most Compatible."
That's it! From now on, your photos will be captured in JPEG format and will be more easily accessible and editable on various devices and programs. I hope this helps you understand why Most Compatible mode is better for editing and digital sharing, and how to switch to it.