Optimizing your photographs for WordPress ensures that your website looks snappy and sharp!
Follow these tips before you upload your photos to your WordPress site
- Resize and Crop Images
- Use 72 DPI
- Choose the Right Format
The right resolution
Makes a world of difference
Resize & Crop Images Accordingly: Make sure your images are the appropriate dimensions before uploading them to WordPress. This reduces the file size and improves loading speed.
Optimize Alt Text: Before uploading your images to WordPress, it saves time to add descriptive alt text which improves accessibility and also helps search engines understand the content of the image, potentially improving SEO.
Filename Optimization: Rename your image files with descriptive, keyword-rich filenames before uploading them. This can also positively impact SEO.
Set Image Resolution to 72 PPI: When creating or editing images for web use, ensure that the resolution is set to 72 pixels per inch (PPI). This resolution is ideal for digital screens and helps keep file sizes smaller without sacrificing quality. By using the appropriate PPI setting, you can optimize your images for online viewing while maintaining a balance between quality and performance on your WordPress website.
Choose the Right Format: Depending on the content of your image, choose between JPEG, PNG, or SVG formats. JPEG is best for photographs, PNG for images with transparency, and SVG for vector graphics.
What’s up with WebP?
WebP is a newer image format developed by Google that provides superior compression for web images while maintaining quality. It typically produces smaller file sizes compared to JPG without sacrificing visual fidelity. Many modern web browsers support WebP, offering faster loading times for your website visitors.
