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As a photographer, I strive for top-notch visual quality when uploading photos to X (Twitter) but notice a loss of sharpness and clarity. Should I switch from JPG to PNG for better results? Also, does the aspect ratio affect how photos appear on the feed?
Achieving optimal image quality on X involves using high-quality JPG files instead of PNG. The platform’s compression treats well-optimized JPGs more favorably, resulting in sharper images. While PNGs are lossless and massive, X’s algorithm heavily compresses them, leading to quality degradation. Exporting photos as high-quality JPGs (90-95% quality) helps maintain sharpness after X’s compression.
Consider the aspect ratio as well. For single landscape photos, a 16:9 ratio prevents awkward cropping on timelines. Vertical photos should aim for a 2:3 or 4:5 ratio for ideal mobile display. Consistent ratios ensure your composition is presented as intended, attracting viewer engagement. This principle applies to videos too; pre-compressing files ensures better quality on X.
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