What’s The Difference Between Image Files PNG and a JPG?

JPG files are a commonly known and used file type. mostly used for photos. A PNG can have transparency and is perfect for logos and slide shows. So, What’s the difference between a PNG and a JPG?

A Visual Example of the difference

									*											a JPG file can not have transparency

									![MedWell Digital Marketing Agency](/images/medwell-digital-logo-icon.png)											a PNG file can have transparency

How to use these files?

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JPG files… best for Photos

Most commonly used for photos and graphics with a lot of different colors, the JPG file format is a favorite choice only due to its compression and common use. 

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									Photos for websites

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									Multi-color graphics for websites

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									Archival quality for photos

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									Flat graphics

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PNG files… best for Logos

The PNG file supports transparency, including gradient transparency. Most commonly used for websites, video, and slideshows, where there’s a need to have the background show through.

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									Logos for websites

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									Flat graphics

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									Graphics with transparency

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									Photos for websites

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