MetaTools

Image & Media

Image and media tools guide

Use MetaTools image and media utilities to resize, compress, convert, and prepare visual assets for web and documents.

Overview

The Image & Media category focuses on quick asset preparation: resize a visual, compress it for upload, or convert it into the format a platform requires.

These tools are especially useful when you need browser-based image work without switching into a full design app or media editor.

Common workflows

  • Resize hero images, profile photos, and product shots for specific platform dimensions.
  • Convert between PNG, JPEG, WebP, and other common formats before publishing or sharing.
  • Compress assets to pass file size limits for forms, CMS uploads, and messaging tools.

Best practices

  • Resize first when dimensions are much larger than needed, then compress for the final upload target.
  • Use lossless-friendly formats for graphics and lossy-friendly formats for photos when you need smaller files.
  • Keep a high-quality original version before doing multiple conversions.

FAQ

What is the best order for optimizing an image?

Usually resize first, then choose the right format, then compress to meet your quality and file size target.

Can I use these tools for social media assets?

Yes. They are especially helpful for preparing visuals for upload, sharing, and quick content publishing.