Reduce Image Size

Reducing image size is useful for saving storage space, improving website load times, and optimizing images for sharing. This article explores different methods to reduce image size.

Using Windows

Windows provides built-in tools to reduce image size:

1. Open the image in Paint.
2. Click Resize and choose a smaller percentage.
3. Save the resized image.

Using macOS

Mac users can use the Preview app to reduce image size:

1. Open the image in Preview.
2. Click Tools and select Adjust Size.
3. Reduce the width and height or change the resolution.
4. Save the resized image.

Using Online Tools

Several online tools allow you to reduce image size without installing software:

• TinyPNG
• ILoveIMG
• CompressJPEG

Using Python

Python provides the Pillow library to reduce image size:

from PIL import Image

image = Image.open("image.jpg")
image = image.resize((800, 600))
image.save("compressed.jpg", quality=85)
    

Conclusion

Reducing image size can be done using built-in OS tools, online services, or programming libraries. Choose the method that best fits your needs.