How to Format BMP to JPG
A bitmap (BMP) image is a large file that is not compatible with Web browsers. For this reason, conversion from BMP format to JPG is preferred when distributing your images in email or on the Internet. You can convert your images without purchasing any third-party software. The Windows operating system comes with a Paint program that converts a BMP file to a JPG format.
- Difficulty:
- Moderate
Instructions
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Right-click the BMP file on your computer and select "Open With." In the list of programs, double-click "Microsoft Paint" to open the file in your Windows Paint program.
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Click the "File" menu item at the top of the program. Click "Save As" to open a dialog box where you can convert the BMP file format to JPG.
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Select "JPG" from the file format drop-down box. Notice the file extension automatically changes in the "File Name" text box. You can give the file a new name, or leave the default file name in the text box.
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Click "Save" to convert the file format.
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