Image File Formats: Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know

Every graphic you see online is an image file. Most everything you see printed on paper, plastic or a T-shirt came from an image file. These files come in a variety of formats and each is optimised for a specific use.

Using the right type for the right job means your design will come out picture perfect and just how you intended. The wrong format could mean a bad print or a poor web image, a giant download or a missing graphic in an email.

99designs has broken it all down in a helpful post. Dive into the basics of each file type by clicking on the button below.