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How to Convert WebP to JPG on Windows

Windows 10 and 11 support WebP natively in the Photos app and Paint. Converting WebP to JPG takes just a few clicks with built-in tools, or a few commands in PowerShell for batch jobs.

Step-by-step instructions

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    Convert with Microsoft Paint

    Right-click the WebP file → Open With → Paint (Windows 10 21H1+ and Windows 11 support WebP in Paint). Go to File → Save As → JPEG picture. Choose a filename and location. Click Save. Paint's JPG quality is fixed at about 85% — good for most purposes.

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    Convert with Photos app

    Double-click the WebP to open in Photos. Click the three-dot menu → Save as. Change the file type to JPEG in the save dialog. Click Save. The Photos app handles WebP natively on Windows 10/11 and produces clean JPG output.

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    Batch convert with FFmpeg

    Download FFmpeg from ffmpeg.org and add it to your system PATH. In Command Prompt: `ffmpeg -i input.webp output.jpg`. Batch in Command Prompt: `for %f in (*.webp) do ffmpeg -i "%f" "%~nf.jpg"`. This converts every WebP in the current folder.

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    Check the results

    Open the JPG files to verify quality. Transparent WebP regions become white in JPG. The JPG files will typically be larger than the WebP originals (WebP has better compression), but JPG is compatible with everything. If a converted file looks wrong, try re-converting from the original WebP at a higher quality setting.

Why convert WebP to JPG?

JPG is universally supported across all Windows apps, including legacy software, email clients, and photo printers. Converting WebP to JPG ensures compatibility anywhere you need to use the image.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Windows 10 support WebP natively?
Yes, since the Windows 10 Creators Update and the WebP Image Extension from the Microsoft Store. Windows 11 includes WebP support built-in. The Photos app and Paint can open and save WebP on fully updated Windows 10/11.
How do I convert WebP to JPG in Windows without software?
Use Microsoft Paint (built-in): open the WebP file in Paint, then File → Save As → JPEG. Or use the Photos app and save as JPEG. For batch conversion, use the FFmpeg command shown above or install the free IrfanView tool.
Why can't Windows open my WebP file?
Older Windows 10 versions without the WebP Image Extension from the Microsoft Store can't open WebP files. Install the extension from the Microsoft Store (it's free) or update Windows. On older systems, use an online converter or FFmpeg to convert WebP to JPG without viewing the source.
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