Quick answer
Word does not support WebP. Convert to JPG using the Chrome extension, then insert the JPG into your document.
Like PowerPoint, Microsoft Word does not recognize WebP format.
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Why Word does not recognize WebP
Word predates WebP adoption and does not include WebP codecs in its image handling.
Convert to JPG and insert
- Convert WebP to JPG using the Chrome extension.
- In Word, Insert > Pictures, select the JPG.
At-a-glance comparison
| Format | Word support |
|---|---|
| JPG | Yes |
| PNG | Yes |
| WebP | No |
Frequently asked questions
What image formats does Word accept?
JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP, TIFF. Not WebP.
