Guide
How to Prepare Images for Blog Posts
Resize, compress and convert article images so they load quickly and still look sharp.
Think in page context
Blog visuals should be prepared for the layout they appear in, not left as raw exports from a design tool or screenshot utility.
A smaller, properly sized image helps page speed and reduces layout surprises on mobile.
It also keeps your CMS cleaner because you are uploading assets with a clear purpose instead of a pile of oversized originals.
Use a repeatable checklist
Resize first, compress second and convert format last if needed.
Keep a few reusable targets for hero images, inline illustrations and social share cards to simplify future posts.
That repeatable workflow saves more time than hunting for the perfect setting every single time.
Aim for clean rather than clever
Most of the time, readers remember whether the page felt fast and readable, not whether the image pipeline was fancy.
A practical mix of resizing, compression and format conversion is usually enough to make the post feel polished.