WebP Codec for Windows 0.19.9

Google Inc. ❘ 4.9MB ❘ Commercial ❘
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The WebP codec for Windows is a software developed by Google Inc. that enables users to open and view images in the .webp format. This format is an image file format that was developed by Google and has been championed as a more efficient alternative to other image formats.

With this codec installed, users can view images in .webp format directly in Windows Photo Viewer and other photo viewing applications that support the codec. It also adds support for .webp format in popular web browsers such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge.

Supported Operating System: Windows 7/8/8.1/10
Developer: Google Inc.
File Size: 1.36 MB

The WebP codec for Windows offers users an opportunity to efficiently view images in .webp format on their Windows PCs. It is a lightweight application that is easy to install and use.

Overview

WebP Codec for Windows is a Commercial software in the category Desktop developed by Google Inc..

The users of our client application UpdateStar have checked WebP Codec for Windows for updates 157 times during the last month.

The latest version of WebP Codec for Windows is 0.19.9, released on 04/06/2024. It was initially added to our database on 04/18/2011. The most prevalent version is 0.19.9, which is used by 100% of all installations.

WebP Codec for Windows runs on the following operating systems: Windows. The download file has a size of 4.9MB.

WebP Codec for Windows has not been rated by our users yet.

Pros

Better compression for images compared to other formats like JPEG and PNG
Supports lossless and lossy compression
Provides alpha channel transparency
Good support for web applications and browsers
Faster loading times for websites due to smaller image sizes

Cons

Not supported by all image editing software
Not as widely supported as other image formats like JPEG and PNG
May require extra steps or plugins for compatibility with certain applications

FAQ

What is WebP Codec?

WebP Codec is a free software made by Google that allows users to convert and compress their images to a more web-friendly format. This enables faster loading pages and lower data usage.

What type of images can be converted using WebP Codec?

WebP Codec can convert most image types including JPEG, PNG, and GIF.

What are the benefits of using WebP Codec?

WebP codec reduces file sizes of images while maintaining the quality of the image. This results in faster page load times, less data usage, and an overall better user experience.

How do I install WebP Codec for Windows?

You can download and install WebP Codec for Windows from the Google Developers website.

Can I use WebP images on all websites?

No, not all browsers support WebP format yet. It is best to check browser compatibility before using WebP images on your website.

What is lossy compression?

Lossy compression is a technique that reduces the file size of images at the cost of some quality being removed. This is typically done automatically by the WebP Codec.

Is WebP Codec only available for Windows?

No, the WebP Codec is available for Linux, Mac, and other platforms as well.

Can I use WebP Codec with other image processing tools?

Yes, the WebP Codec works with popular image processing programs such as Photoshop.

Is WebP Codec easy to use?

Yes, once installed, using is as simple as selecting the image you want to convert and selecting the desired format.

Does WebP Codec require an internet connection to work?

No, the codec works offline once it has been installed on your device.

Installations

157 users of UpdateStar had WebP Codec for Windows installed last month.

Latest Version
0.19.9

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