Previously we explained that to convert WebP to JPG you can use an online tool, or a popular image editor like Paint.NET… but many users are not comfortable with that method, and prefer something more direct, working on the browser. That brings us to two extensions, one for Firefox and one for Chrome, that allow us to download a WebP image as JPG or PNG without extra steps.
WebP: Advantage or Curse?
The WebP container format is supposed to be a superior technology, with optimized efficiency parameters, and support for animations and transparency. However, in practice we notice that WebP images end up bothering the user, and their first action is conversion. Nobody denies that JPG and PNG formats have defects, but their flexibility and compatibility place them in a privileged position compared to the rest.
Usually it is enough to copy the WebP image to the clipboard, paste it into an editor, and save the content under another format. Now, if you are wondering how to download a WebP image as JPG or PNG, the truth is you can use two extensions, one compatible with Chrome, and the other recently released for Firefox.
How to download a WebP image as JPG or PNG using extensions
Save WebP as PNG or JPEG (Firefox)
Developed by user “jscher2000”, Save WebP as PNG or JPEG is an extension that allows us to save a WebP image in PNG or JPG format with five different quality values. It also supports GIFV, and a compatibility mode that uses Internet Explorer 11. Its configuration menu is quite extensive, with options to specify advanced combinations (Shift+Click or Ctrl+Click), special file names, and automatic saving.
Save Image as Type (Chrome)
Available in the Chrome store since February 2015, Save Image as Type sits on the opposite side by offering only three options in the context menu: Save as JPG, PNG, or WebP. The lack of updates is a bit surprising, but we have verified that it still works very well, even on alternative Chromium flavors (for example, Edge). If you want a quick and simple solution, this extension will serve you.
In summary
Don't hesitate: If you want to download a WebP image as JPG or PNG without strange maneuvers, both extensions will be very useful, and most importantly they eliminate several steps in the conversion process. Try it, and good luck!
