Conversion guide

PDF vs JPG: Which Format Should You Use?

Understand when to use PDF and when to use JPG for documents, images, scans, and uploads.

Use PDF for documents

PDF is better for forms, contracts, resumes, reports, school work, and multi-page files. It keeps pages together in a document format.

Use JPG for photos

JPG is better for photos, thumbnails, and image uploads where a single picture is needed.

Convert when needed

If a website asks for a PDF, convert images to PDF. If it asks for an image preview, convert PDF pages to JPG.

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