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How to change or convert avif to webp for web publishing?
From what I’ve gathered (and having played around with image conversions myself), convert AVIF to WebP isn’t usually dangerous — as long as you stick to reputable tools and don’t do anything crazy. Basically, it’s a straightforward format conversion, so no risk of malware or anything like that.
That said, a few things to keep in mind:
* Quality Loss: If you’re converting from a lossy format like AVIF, you might lose some quality or details, especially if you tweak compression settings. Keep an eye on the output to make sure it looks good.
* Original Files: Always keep a backup of your original AVIF images, just in case something goes sideways or you want to go back.
* Metadata & Transparency: Some formats handle metadata or transparency differently. Usually, WebP supports transparency, but check if you need that feature.
* Batch Processing: If you’re doing a lot at once, double-check a few samples first to make sure everything looks right before converting everything.
In my experience, just use trusted tools like 1megeMegick or XnC0nvert to convert AVIF to WebP, and you’ll be good to go. No hidden dangers — just be cautious with the quality settings and backups, and you’re fine.