How to convert photos before sharing on iPhone

When we receive photos or videos from others sent to our iPhone, there will be cases where the files are not compatible with the device. To solve this problem, iOS 17 has added the feature to automatically convert images to JPG and videos to MOV before sharing or sending images. Then the HEIF photo and HEVC video formats on the iPhone will automatically convert to a more suitable format. The article below will guide you to convert photos before sharing on iPhone.

Instructions for converting photos before sharing on iPhone

Step 1:

First, open the Photo app on iPhone then click on the image or multiple images you want.

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Step 2:

In the photo interface, click on the sharing icon in the bottom left corner of the interface. In the image sharing options interface, click on Options as shown below.

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Step 3:

Display the interface as shown below so we can adjust the format for images and videos on iPhone before sharing. You will see there are 3 other sections for photo and video formats.

1. Auto: The default setting, automatically decides which format will suit the receiving device and then converts (or not) the media before sharing.
2. Current: Retains the photo or video's original format.
3. Most Compatible: This feature converts HEIF photos and HEVC videos to JPG and H.264 MOV formats, easily opening files on different devices.

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We will click Most Compatible to automatically convert photos and videos on iPhone before sharing.

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Step 4:

Finally, we choose the application or method to share photos and videos on iPhone as usual.

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Instructions for automatically converting photos when sharing on iPhone

Besides manually adjusting the image format when sharing on iPhone, we can also convert photos automatically when sharing.

Step 1:

First, users access Settings on iPhone, then click on Camera to adjust. Next we click on Format to adjust for photos and videos.

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Step 2:

Now we click Most Compatible to automatically convert photo and video formats before taking photos on iPhone without having to convert manually.

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Kareem Winters

Update 07 October 2023