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Convert PNG to HEIF

Convert PNG images to HEIF format with high efficiency image format

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Maximum file size: 10MB Supported formats: image/png

Key Facts

Category
Media
Input Types
file, number
Output Type
file
Sample Coverage
4
API Ready
Yes

Overview

Convert your PNG images to the High Efficiency Image Format (HEIF) quickly and easily. This tool helps you reduce file sizes while maintaining high image quality, making it ideal for optimizing storage space on your devices.

When to Use

  • •When you need to save storage space on your mobile device or cloud storage.
  • •When preparing images for web or app environments that support modern, efficient formats.
  • •When you want to maintain high visual fidelity while significantly reducing file size compared to standard PNGs.

How It Works

  • •Upload your PNG image file using the file selector.
  • •Adjust the quality slider to set your preferred balance between file size and image clarity.
  • •Click the convert button to process your file.
  • •Download your newly created HEIF image directly to your device.

Use Cases

Optimizing high-resolution screenshots for mobile device storage.
Reducing the footprint of image assets for developers targeting modern platforms.
Archiving personal photo collections in a more space-efficient format.

Examples

1. Optimizing Mobile Screenshots

Content Creator
Background
A creator has a folder full of high-resolution PNG screenshots that are consuming too much space on their phone.
Problem
The PNG files are too large to keep in bulk, causing storage warnings.
How to Use
Upload the PNG screenshot and set the quality to 75 to balance size and detail.
Example Config
quality: 75
Outcome
The file size is reduced by over 50% while retaining the visual clarity needed for social media posts.

2. Web Asset Compression

Web Developer
Background
A developer needs to include several PNG graphics on a landing page but wants to minimize load times.
Problem
Large PNG files are slowing down the page rendering speed.
How to Use
Convert the PNG assets to HEIF using the default quality setting.
Example Config
quality: 80
Outcome
The images are converted to a highly efficient format, leading to faster page load times for end users.

Try with Samples

image, png, file
PNG Samples
Sample PNG images in different aspect ratios and resolutions
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image
Web Image Processing Python Samples
Web Python image processing examples using PIL/Pillow including reading, saving, resizing, and format conversion
preferred input family image
image
Web Image Processing Go Samples
Web Go image processing examples including image reading/saving, image resizing, and format conversion
preferred input family image
image
Windows Image Processing C++ Samples
Windows C++ image processing examples including reading/saving images, resizing, and format conversion using Windows Imaging Component (WIC)
preferred input family image
image

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FAQ

What is the main benefit of converting PNG to HEIF?

HEIF offers significantly better compression than PNG, resulting in much smaller file sizes without sacrificing visual quality.

Does this tool support batch conversion?

Currently, this tool supports converting one PNG file at a time.

Can I adjust the output quality?

Yes, you can set a quality value between 0 and 100 to control the compression level of the output file.

Is there a file size limit for uploads?

Yes, the maximum file size for an individual PNG upload is 10 MB.

Is my data stored on your servers?

No, your files are processed in memory and are not stored permanently on our servers.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/png-to-heif

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
imageFile file (Upload required) Yes -
quality number No -

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/png-to-heif to get filePath, then pass filePath to the corresponding file field.

Response Format

{
  "filePath": "/public/processing/randomid.ext",
  "fileName": "output.ext",
  "contentType": "application/octet-stream",
  "size": 1024,
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  },
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)"
}
File: File

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration: 

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-png-to-heif": {
      "name": "png-to-heif",
      "description": "Convert PNG images to HEIF format with high efficiency image format",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-heif",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

Supports URL file links or Base64 encoding for file parameters.

If you encounter any issues, please contact us at [email protected]