Related Article: Using HEIF or HEVC media on Apple devices

The photos on my iPhone are all HEIF's, even the ones taken as JPG's. How can I convert them back, and go back to taking JPG's?

It's an iPhone SE3, wifi only.

iPhone SE (3rd generation)

Posted on Sep 17, 2023 7:06 AM

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Sep 18, 2023 7:35 AM in response to ErnieLane

Hi ErnieLane,


You started from a great article: Using HEIF or HEVC media on Apple devices

As recommended in the article be sure your settings are correct. You can check with the steps below.


"Though capturing in HEIF and HEVC format is recommended, you can set these devices to capture media using the older formats, which are more broadly compatible with other devices and operating systems:

  1. Go to Settings > Camera.
  2. Tap Formats.
  3. Tap Most Compatible. This setting is available only on devices that can capture media in HEIF or HEVC format, and only when using iOS 11 or later.
  4. All new photos and videos will now use JPEG or H.264 format. To return to using the space-saving HEIF and HEVC formats, choose High Efficiency."



As mentioned later in the article "If sharing this media via iCloud Photos, the media is preserved in its original format, resolution, and frame rate." You can also check additional settings with the steps here: Save camera settings on iPhone - Apple Support



If the issue continues, ensure your iPhone software is fully updated and reach out to Apple Support directly to further assist. Get Support



Cheers.

The photos on my iPhone are all HEIF's, even the ones taken as JPG's. How can I convert them back, and go back to taking JPG's?

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