This article explains how to convert a HEIC image file to a JPG on your iPhone. You’ll learn the best methods for conversion, how to check if a file is HEIC, and how to make all future image files JPG.

How to Convert HEIC to JPG on iPhone

Using the iPhone’s Files app is one of the quickest ways to convert an image from HEIC to JPG. Here’s how:

1. In the Photos app, find the photo you wish to convert and tap Share.

2. Tap Copy Photo.

3. Open the Files app on your iPhone.

4. Tap On My iPhone.

5. Long-press on an empty area and tap Paste.

6. The photo has now been pasted and automatically converted to JPG. 

7. Tap the image to share it or Save Image to save it to your Photos. 

How to Permanently Convert to JPG on iPhone 

If you prefer to save all your photos as JPG instead of HEIC, follow these steps:

1. In the Settings app, tap Camera.

2. Tap Camera.

   You may need to scroll down to find Camera.

3. Tap Formats.

4. Tap Most Compatible to save photos automatically as JPG.

How Can My iPhone Convert HEIC to JPG? 

For an easier way to convert HEIC to JPG on your iPhone, send the photo to yourself via email. The attachment will automatically be converted to JPG.

Another quick method is to take a screenshot of your photo, as all screenshots save as PNG. You’ll still need to convert PNG to JPG.

How to Check if a File Is HEIC

If your iPhone has iOS 15 installed, it’s possible to see if a file is a HEIC file or not. Here’s how to check.

1. Open Photos and find the photo you wish to check.

2. Swipe up or tap i.

3. Check the picture format next to the model name of your iPhone. If it says HEIF, it is a HEIC file.

Do You Need to Convert the File?

Not everyone needs to convert HEIC files. Here’s what you need to know about HEIC/HEIF files:

• Most systems can read HEIC. Most current systems, whether Windows or macOS, can read HEIC files with a few clicks. For efficiency, it’s often unnecessary to convert files to JPG on your iPhone.
• HEIC is Apple’s proprietary version of the HEIF file format. HEIC is a format developed by Apple for its products. It has advantages but may require more steps to convert on non-Apple hardware.
• HEIC is smaller in size. HEIC files are compressed more efficiently than JPGs without losing image quality, saving space on your iPhone. 
• It supports 16-bit color capture. HEIC files support 16-bit color capture, which provides better image quality.