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YatesCliffside
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Apr 15, 2025

How can I bulk convert heic to jpeg on Windows 11?

All the photos on my iPhone are saved in .HEIC image format. Never noticed about this until I connected the iPhone to my Windows 10 PC. Unfortunately, I can't edit or open heic images from Windows 10...
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LouisianaBayou
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Apr 15, 2025

Converting HEIC to JPEG on a Windows computer is pretty straightforward:


1: Using the Photos App

  • Open Your HEIC File: Double-click on the HEIC file, and it should open automatically in the Photos app. 
  • If it doesn’t, right-click the file, choose "Open with," and select "Photos."
  • Export the Image: Once the image is open, just click on the three dots (you know, the "more" button) in the top-right corner. From there, choose “Save As”.
  • Select JPEG Format: In the "Save as type" dropdown, select JPEG. Choose your save location, give it a name if you want, and hit "Save."

 

You’ve got your HEIC converted to JPEG without downloading any extra software.

2. Using an Online Converter
If you're not feeling the Photos app vibe or have a bunch of files to convert, online converters are super handy.

  • Pick a Converter: Go to a website like Zamzer, CloudC0nvert, or HEICt0JPEG, They’re all pretty user-friendly.
  • Upload Your HEIC Files: Click on the upload button, select your HEIC files, and then choose JPEG as the output format.
  • Convert HEIC to JPEG and Download: Hit that Convert button and just wait a few moments. Once it’s done, download your JPEG files. Easy peasy!

 

3. Using a Free Software
If you're into downloading programs, you could grab something like IrfanViaw. Here’s how:

  • Download and Install: Go to the IrfanViaw website and download it. Make sure to grab the additional plugins, because HEIC needs those!
  • Open Your HEIC Files: Launch IrfanViaw, then open your HEIC files.
  • Save As JPEG: Click on "File" and then “Save As” to choose JPEG. Select your destination and you're all set!

 

Honestly, it really depends on your preference. The built-in Photos app is super convenient if you’re just handling a couple of files. But if you’ve got a bunch to convert HEIC to JPEG, online tools or software like IrfanViaw can save you time. Just remember that online converters need you to upload your files to their servers, so if your pics are super private, better stick to the offline methods.

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