PNG

Portable Network Graphics

In one sentenceAn image format that keeps full quality and supports transparent backgrounds. Best for logos, screenshots and graphics with text.

What it means

PNG is lossless: it never throws away detail, so text and sharp edges stay crisp. It also supports transparency, so a logo can sit on any background.

The trade-off is file size: a PNG photo can be several times larger than the same JPG / JPEG.

How to use it

• Screenshots for AI: PNG keeps text readable, which helps AI read it accurately.
• Logos and overlays: PNG with a transparent background.

Related terms

JPG / JPEG AI Image Generation