HEIC stands for High-Efficiency Image Container file, a new or next-generation container file format developed by Apple Inc. for new models of iPads and iPhones. The container format can store and transfer image sequences and individual digital images. A HEIC file covers rich multimedia files, including other media streams like video, audio, and time texts. The file format uses high-efficiency video coding (HEVC) to compress images, significantly saving space and bandwidth. HEIC advanced compression technology preserves image quality, resulting in small and high-quality photos compared to PNGs and JPEGs.
SVG stands for Scalable Vector Graphics file, is a web-friendly vector format developed for designing 2D graphics. It has enhanced support for animation, interactivity, and transparency. Unlike bitmapped raster file formats like JPEGs, SVG files use commands or mathematical formulas to store images in gridlines and points. The benefits of SVG are that its images are scalable without losing image quality, making them ideal for high-resolution displays and responsive web designs. The SVG file format compresses images using XML code and the Gzip algorithm, resulting in smaller files. Besides, metadata stored as literal texts enables its contents to be easily indexed, searched, and retrieved.
To convert files from HEIC to SVG use an online tool that supports mass conversion, like Convertjack. Such a tool transforms single or bulk images at once to save time.
Go to Choose File, and select any HEIC photos you want to convert. If you want to do a bulk conversion, click Choose File and select all the HEIC pics you want to convert.
After uploading the HEIC image, click the “Select Format” button at the center. A drop-down menu will pop up; select SVG.
On the bottom right corner of the display, click the “Convert” button. Your converted SVG file will be ready for download.
Click the “Download” button on the right side of the SVG file, and the converted image will be downloaded. If you convert multiple files, each file will have a “Download all” button in front of it, and you can click each button to download all the converted files.
To save a HEIC file as a SVG file, you first convert it to SVG and then download it.
Instead of converting a file manually from HEIC to SVG, use an online tool like Convertjack to convert the file without losing any details.
After converting the HEIC file, Download the SVG file and save it in the default folder for all your downloads on the desktop or mobile.
One of the advantages of SVG is its widespread support in modern web browsers and many software applications, making it accessible to a broad audience. SVG is best used for simple graphics, animations, and images with few colors. The main disadvantage of HEIC is its limited support outside Apple's devices, which can create compatibility challenges. Therefore, converting HEIC images to more widely supported formats like SVG can improve accessibility and ensure broader compatibility. Check this HEIC vs. SVG comparison to determine which image format best suits your intended use.