How to Format Your Images for Perfect Web Display: A Complete Guide
Several factors determine how images display effectively on the web:
File Requirements
- Maximum file size: 20 MB (recommended: under 500 KB)
- Optimal width: 2500px for web display
- Minimum width: 1500px to avoid blurriness
- Supported formats: JPG, PNG, GIF
- Color mode: RGB
- Resolution limit: 120 megapixels
Best Practices for Web Images
- Upload high-quality images at or above maximum display size
- Use PNG format for images containing text or requiring transparency
- Keep page size under 5 MB for faster loading
- Match image aspect ratio to container shape to minimize cropping
- Add alt text for accessibility and SEO
Image Resizing System Automatically creates seven responsive versions at these widths:
- 100 pixels
- 300 pixels
- 500 pixels
- 750 pixels
- 1000 pixels
- 1500 pixels
- 2500 pixels
Troubleshooting Common Issues
- Blurry images: Ensure width is over 1500px
- Color distortion: Check color mode is RGB
- Mobile cropping: Use focal points and appropriate aspect ratios
- Upload errors: Verify file meets size and resolution requirements
Tips for Specific Use Cases
- Text overlays: Add as HTML rather than embedded in image
- Transparent backgrounds: Use PNG format
- Galleries: Use consistent image orientations
- Logos: Consider creating with transparent background
- Email campaigns: Follow separate size guidelines
Image Optimization
- Save web-optimized versions under 500 KB
- Maintain original files separately
- Use appropriate compression for image type
- Test display across multiple devices
Following these guidelines ensures optimal image display across all devices while maintaining quality and performance.