What is a JPEG file?

JPEG stands for Joint Photographic Experts Group, an international organization that standardized the format during the late 1980s and early 1990s. It’s the go-to file format for digital images — and it has been ever since photographers began snapping and storing images on digital cameras and other reprographic devices.

What is the difference between a JPEG and a raw image?

A raw image is an uncompressed format that takes longer to read than JPEGs but holds more file information for editing. When doing drastic brightening or color adjustments, the JPEG format is not the most suitable one to use for that. Since there is less file information, the image begins to fall apart as it gets adjusted.

Why do photographers still use JPEGs?

Serious photographers still shy away from shooting in JPEGs because they want to keep all the image detail for post-processing or printing. But this file format is still very much a mainstream favorite. What are JPEG files used for? A JPEG file can display 16.8 million colors while staying relatively small in size.

How do I open a JPEG file in a browser?

How to Open a JPEG File in a Browser 1 To open the JPEG in a different app, right-click the file, select Open With,... 2 You can open JPEGs in any web browser (e.g. Edge) or image editing app (e.g. See More....