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Converting and Resizing Assets

Learn how to change file formats and sizes when downloading assets.

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Written by Edward Boatman
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Often you'll need an asset to be a specific size and in a particular format. In Lingo, resizing and converting files is quick and easy, with no additional tools required.

These features are available on all plans to all users

How to convert and resize assets

When downloading assets that support conversion and resizing you will see options in the download menu. Some assets may include both preset options as well as a custom export.

When to use different formats

Note that the available file formats depend on the original asset type. For example, vector files (SVG, PDF, EPS) cannot be converted to raster formats (PNG, JPG, etc.) and vice versa.

Use vector formats (SVG, PDF, EPS) when:

  • You need to scale the image without losing quality

  • You're sending to print or a designer

  • You need to edit the paths or shapes

Use PNG when:

  • You need transparency

  • You're using the image on the web

  • You need crisp edges (logos, icons, text)

Use JPG when:

  • File size is a priority

  • The image is a photograph

  • You don't need transparency

Use WEBP when:

  • You're optimizing for web performance

  • You want smaller file sizes with good quality

Size options

When downloading raster images (PNG, JPG, WEBP, TIFF), you can choose from several size options. The size field accepts various formats:

  • 500w - Export at 500px wide (height scales proportionally)

  • 500h - Export at 500px high (width scales proportionally)

  • 500x500 - Fit the image in a 500x500px box, maintaining aspect ratio

  • 2x - Export at twice the original size

  • 500 - Fit the longest side to 500px

How size affects quality

Vector files (SVG, PDF, EPS) - Can be scaled to any size without losing quality

Raster files (PNG, JPG, etc.) - Quality depends on the original upload size. Scaling up beyond the original size may result in pixelation.

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