Can Windows 10 open WebP files?

Windows 10 can open WebP files in Microsoft Edge and Chrome. The Windows Photos app on Windows 10 supports WebP. However, older apps like legacy Paint may not. Converting to PNG or JPG provides universal compatibility.

Can Windows 11 open WebP files?

Yes. Windows 11 has improved WebP support, including in the Photos app and Paint. Edge and Chrome also support WebP natively. For older apps, converting to PNG or JPG is still the safest option.

How do I convert WebP to JPG on Windows without software?

Open FixTools in Chrome or Edge on your Windows PC, upload your WebP file to the Image Format Converter, select JPG or PNG output, and download the converted file — no installation required.

Why is my WebP file not opening in Paint?

Older versions of Microsoft Paint do not support WebP. The newer Paint in Windows 11 has WebP support. For older versions, convert your WebP to PNG or JPG using FixTools, and the resulting file will open in Paint.

Is there a WebP codec for Windows?

Yes — there are WebP codecs available for Windows that allow WebP to be viewed in Windows Photo Viewer and other apps that use the Windows Imaging Component. However, converting to PNG or JPG with FixTools is faster and requires no installation.

Can I convert WebP to PNG on Windows without installing anything?

Yes. Open FixTools in any browser on your Windows PC, upload your WebP, and convert to PNG. No software installation is required.

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How to Open WebP Files on Windows

Windows 10 and 11 can open WebP files in some apps, but compatibility is inconsistent across older versions and third-party software. The simplest solution is to convert your WebP file to PNG or JPG, giving you a format that opens in every Windows app.

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

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Try opening WebP in Microsoft Edge or Chrome
Both Edge and Chrome on Windows natively display WebP files. Drag your .webp file onto a browser window or right-click > Open with > Microsoft Edge.
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Use Windows Photos app (Windows 10/11)
The Windows Photos app on Windows 10 and 11 supports WebP. Right-click the file > Open with > Photos.
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Convert to PNG or JPG for full compatibility
For apps that do not support WebP (older Paint, Word, older Photoshop), convert the file to PNG or JPG using FixTools. Open fixtools.io in your browser and use the Image Format Converter.
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Upload the WebP file to FixTools
Upload your WebP file to the Image Format Converter and select PNG or JPG as the output format.
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Download and open the converted file
Download the converted file. It will now open in any Windows application that supports PNG or JPG.