WhatsApp automatically compresses images, often reducing quality significantly. Pre-compress your photos to maintain control over the final quality.
WhatsApp Compression Facts
- Auto-compression: WhatsApp compresses all images sent as photos
- Document workaround: Sending as document preserves original quality
- File limit: 100MB for documents, 16MB for media
- Resolution cap: Images resized to max 1600 pixels on longest side
Best Practices
- Compress image to under 1MB for optimal balance.:
- Keep resolution at 1600x1200 or similar.:
- Send as 'Document' for full quality preservation.:
- Use JPG format for photos, PNG for graphics.:
Optimal Settings
- Resolution: 1600px on longest side
- Quality: 80-85% JPG quality
- File size: Under 1MB for fast sending
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