Does Mac Preview support WebP files?

Yes, on macOS Monterey (12) and later, Preview natively opens WebP files. Earlier macOS versions may not support WebP in Preview, in which case convert to PNG or JPG with FixTools.

Can I open WebP files in Photoshop on Mac?

Photoshop CC 2021 and later versions support WebP natively on Mac. For older versions of Photoshop, convert WebP to PNG or PSD first.

How do I convert WebP to PNG on Mac without software?

Open FixTools in Safari or Chrome on your Mac, drag your WebP file onto the Image Format Converter, select PNG output, and download the converted file. No additional software is needed.

Can I use Mac Preview to export WebP as PNG?

On supported macOS versions, yes — open the WebP in Preview and use File > Export > PNG. For older macOS versions, use FixTools instead.

Does FixTools work on all Mac browsers?

Yes. FixTools works in Safari, Chrome, Firefox, and any other modern browser on Mac. The image conversion runs locally in the browser regardless of which browser you use.

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How to Open WebP Files on Mac

macOS supports WebP in Safari and Preview, but some older Mac apps and workflows may not. FixTools lets you quickly convert WebP to PNG or JPG on your Mac — directly in the browser, with no additional software needed.

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Drag your WebP file onto the FixTools Image Format Converter in your Mac browser and convert to PNG or JPG for universal macOS compatibility.

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Step-by-step guide to how to open webp files on mac:

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Open WebP in Preview on Mac
Double-click a .webp file — on macOS Ventura and later, Preview opens WebP files natively. You can also drag the file onto the Preview icon in your Dock or Applications folder.
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View WebP in Safari
Drag your .webp file onto a Safari window or right-click > Open With > Safari to view it in the browser.
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Convert to PNG for full compatibility
For apps that do not support WebP (older versions of Word, Photoshop, or other creative tools), open FixTools in your Mac browser.
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Upload and convert on FixTools
Drag your WebP file onto the Image Format Converter, select PNG or JPG, and convert.
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Download the converted file
Download the PNG or JPG. It will open in any Mac application.