How to Convert WebP to JPG on Mac (Preview, Terminal, and More)

Mac users have several strong options for converting WebP files, including tools built directly into macOS. Depending on your macOS version and whether you prefer a graphical or command-line approach, one of the methods below will fit your workflow.

macOS WebP Support by Version

Method 1: macOS Preview (Ventura and Later)

If you are on macOS Ventura or later, Preview can open WebP files and export them to other formats:

Batch Export in Preview

Preview can convert multiple files at once:

1. Select all WebP files in Finder and open them all in Preview.
2. In Preview, select all images in the sidebar (Cmd+A).
3. Go to File → Export Selected Images.
4. Choose format (JPEG or PNG), set quality, and pick an output folder.
5. Click Choose — all files convert simultaneously.

Method 2: Terminal with sips (All macOS Versions)

sips (Scriptable Image Processing System) is a command built into every version of macOS. Unlike Preview, it does not require WebP support from the system — it reads the file's internal format and processes it directly.

# Convert WebP to JPG
sips -s format jpeg input.webp --out output.jpg

# Convert WebP to PNG (preserves transparency)
sips -s format png input.webp --out output.png

# Convert with specific quality (0-100)
sips -s format jpeg -s formatOptions 90 input.webp --out output.jpg

# Batch convert all WebP to JPG in current directory
for f in *.webp; do
 sips -s format jpeg "$f" --out "${f%.webp}.jpg"
done

# Batch convert to PNG
for f in *.webp; do
 sips -s format png "$f" --out "${f%.webp}.png"
done

# Batch convert all WebP in a specific folder
cd ~/Downloads/webp-images
for f in *.webp; do
 sips -s format jpeg "$f" --out ~/Desktop/converted/"${f%.webp}.jpg"
done

Method 3: Chrome Extension (Any macOS Version)

The Chrome extension is the best option when you encounter a WebP image on a website and want to save it as JPG immediately, without downloading the WebP file first:

This works on any macOS version — Big Sur, Catalina, Monterey, Ventura, Sequoia — because the conversion happens in the Chrome browser, not in macOS system apps.

Method 4: ImageMagick (For Power Users)

If you work with image conversion regularly on Mac, ImageMagick via Homebrew is the most flexible option:

# Install ImageMagick via Homebrew
brew install imagemagick

# Convert single WebP to JPG
magick input.webp output.jpg

# Convert with high quality setting
magick input.webp -quality 95 output.jpg

# Batch convert entire folder
magick mogrify -format jpg -quality 90 -path ./output *.webp

# Convert to PNG (preserves transparency)
magick input.webp output.png

Automator Quick Action (Convert WebP via Right-Click)

For frequent converters, macOS Automator can create a right-click menu option:

1. Open Automator (Applications → Automator).
2. Create a new Quick Action.
3. Set "Workflow receives current" to image files in Finder.
4. Add a Run Shell Script action.
5. Set Shell to /bin/bash and paste:

for f in "$@"; do
 dir=$(dirname "$f")
 base=$(basename "${f%.*}")
 sips -s format jpeg "$f" --out "$dir/$base.jpg"
done

6. Save the Quick Action (name it "Convert to JPG").
7. Now right-click any WebP file in Finder → Quick Actions → Convert to JPG.

Related Guides

• Batch Convert Multiple WebP Files
• Convert WebP to PNG with Transparency
• WebP to JPG Without Quality Loss
• Convert WebP to JPG via Command Line

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Mac Preview open and convert WebP files?

Yes, on macOS Ventura (13) and later. Open the WebP in Preview, then go to File > Export and choose JPEG or PNG. On older macOS versions, Preview does not support WebP — use sips or the Chrome extension instead.

How do I convert WebP to JPG on Mac without any software installation?

Use the built-in sips command in Terminal: sips -s format jpeg input.webp --out output.jpg. This works on all macOS versions with no installation required. Alternatively, use the Chrome extension to convert directly from browser.

How do I batch convert WebP files to JPG on Mac using Terminal?

Navigate to the folder with your WebP files in Terminal, then run: for f in *.webp; do sips -s format jpeg "$f" --out "${f%.webp}.jpg"; done. This converts all WebP files in the current directory to JPG.

Does macOS support WebP natively?

macOS Ventura (13) and later support WebP in Preview and Quick Look. Older macOS versions (Monterey, Big Sur, Catalina) have limited or no native WebP support in system apps, though Chrome and Firefox support WebP on all macOS versions.

What is the sips command for WebP conversion on Mac?

Single file: sips -s format jpeg input.webp --out output.jpg. Batch convert: for f in *.webp; do sips -s format jpeg "$f" --out "${f%.webp}.jpg"; done. Sips is built into every macOS version.

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