Convert PNG to HEIC on Mac

Convert PNG files to HEIC on your Mac, one file or a whole folder. Nothing gets uploaded.

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Why convert PNG to HEIC?

Convert PNG to HEIC for much smaller files on Apple devices, at the cost of PNG's lossless quality.

Convert PNG to HEIC in seconds
All processing happens locally on your Mac, files never leave your device
Smaller files than JPG at the same quality

How to convert PNG to HEIC on Mac

1

Open Picmal

Download and open Picmal on your Mac.
2

Add your PNG files

Drag and drop your PNG files or entire folders into Picmal.
3

Select HEIC and convert

Choose HEIC as the output format and click Convert.

PNG vs HEIC

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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

Defined by ISO/IEC 15948 / W3C Recommendation. Specification

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HEIC

High Efficiency Image Container

Apple's default photo format since iOS 11. Based on the HEVC (H.265) codec standardized by ISO/IEC 23008-12, HEIC compresses up to 50% better than JPEG at equivalent visual quality.

Best for

iPhone photos and Apple ecosystem storage

Defined by ISO/IEC 23008-12 (MPEG-H Part 12). Specification

Frequently asked questions

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How do I convert PNG to HEIC on Mac?

Open Picmal, drag and drop your PNG files, select HEIC as the output format, and click Convert.

Does converting PNG to HEIC lose quality?

HEIC uses lossy compression, so there may be a slight quality reduction. Picmal lets you adjust the quality slider to find the right balance between file size and quality.

Can I batch convert multiple PNG files to HEIC?

Yes. Drag and drop hundreds of PNG files or entire folders and convert them all to HEIC at once.

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