Media Format Conversion
Optimize file size and convert image formats quickly and easily in WordPress.

Overview
The Convert/Optimize feature lets you change image formats, optimize file size, and adjust dimensions. You can access it in two ways:
From the Details Panel: Click a media file, open the dropdown menu in the right panel, and select
Convert/Optimize
.Bulk Conversion: Select multiple images, then click
Convert Images
in the top toolbar to open the conversion popup.
Key Features
Selected images and their file sizes are listed individually or as a group. You can adjust the following:
Output Format: Choose the format for conversion. Options:
Original Format
(keep as is)Choose one of
WebP
,JPEG
,PNG
Quality: Set image quality with a slider (default: 80%).
Dimensions:
Keep Original
: Preserve original sizeCustom Size
: Enter desiredwidth
andheight
(aspect ratio lock included)
Save Option:
Replace Original
: Overwrite the original fileCreate New Files
: Save as new files (default)
Suffix: Add a suffix to new filenames, e.g.,
-optimized
→filename-optimized.jpg
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