Convert AVIF to PNG on Mac
AVIF delivers tiny, high-quality web images, but support outside browsers is still catching up — many editors, office apps, and print tools can't open it. Converting AVIF to PNG gives you a lossless, universally editable file with transparency preserved, ready for any workflow.
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Why convert AVIF to PNG?
- Lossless PNG output you can edit anywhere
- Preserves transparency (alpha channel) from AVIF
- Opens in apps that can't read AVIF — Photoshop, Office, Preview, and more
- Batch convert folders of AVIF files in one pass
- 100% local processing — your images never leave your Mac
- Drag and drop from Finder, no setup required
AVIF vs PNG file sizes
| File Type | AVIF | PNG | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVIF web photo (1920×1080) | 140 KB | 1.5 MB | Larger — lossless & editable |
| AVIF graphic with transparency | 60 KB | 520 KB | Larger — transparency intact |
| AVIF illustration | 95 KB | 880 KB | Larger — no further loss |
When to convert AVIF to PNG
Opening AVIF downloads in older software
Saved an AVIF image and your editor won't open it? Convert to PNG to work with it in any app.
Using web images in documents and slides
PowerPoint, Keynote, and Word don't reliably support AVIF. Convert to PNG to embed images safely.
Editing with transparency intact
When you need a clean alpha channel for compositing or design, PNG is the dependable, widely supported format.
Lossless archival of web assets
For assets you may re-edit, PNG preserves quality without the loss of repeatedly re-saving a lossy format.
How to convert AVIF to PNG on Mac
Open Picmal
Download and open Picmal on your Mac.
Add your AVIF files
Drag and drop your AVIF files or entire folders into Picmal.
Select PNG and convert
Choose PNG as the output format and click Convert.
AVIF vs PNG
AVIF
AV1 Image File Format
Next-generation image format based on the royalty-free AV1 video codec developed by the Alliance for Open Media (AOMedia). Netflix's 2020 research showed AVIF achieves 50% better compression than JPEG at equivalent perceptual quality.
Best for
Web performance optimization and modern websites
PNG
Portable Network Graphics
Lossless image format standardized as ISO/IEC 15948 and maintained as a W3C Recommendation. PNG supports full alpha transparency and is the preferred format for graphics, screenshots, and images requiring sharp edges.
Best for
Screenshots, logos, graphics with transparency
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert AVIF to PNG on Mac?
Open Picmal, drag your AVIF files into the window, select PNG as the output format, and click Convert. The PNG output is lossless and keeps any transparency.
Why can't I open AVIF files in some apps?
AVIF is a newer format. Modern browsers support it, but many desktop editors, Office apps, and older software don't yet. PNG opens virtually everywhere, which is why converting helps.
Is transparency preserved converting AVIF to PNG?
Yes. AVIF and PNG both support alpha transparency, so transparent regions carry over without a white background being introduced.
Will PNG files be much larger than AVIF?
Yes — often several times larger, because AVIF is one of the most efficient formats and PNG is lossless. You trade file size for universal compatibility and lossless editing.
Should I convert AVIF to PNG or JPG?
Use PNG for lossless quality, transparency, or images you'll edit. Use JPG when you just need a small, shareable photo and don't need transparency.
Is Picmal free to convert AVIF to PNG?
Picmal is a one-time purchase of $15.99 — no subscription. Download to explore the interface. 14-day money-back guarantee included.
Format standards & sources
- AVIF: Defined by ISO/IEC 23000-22 (Alliance for Open Media). View specification →
- PNG: Defined by ISO/IEC 15948 / W3C Recommendation. View specification →
Need to compress instead?
If you don't need to change formats, Picmal can also compress your files to reduce size:
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