How to Open & Convert HEIC Files on Android
Received a HEIC file on your Android phone and can't open it? While modern Android versions support the format, many older devices and apps still struggle. This guide covers everything you need to know.
Supported Devices
Android 9 (Pie) and later officially support HEIC. Google Photos can also display these images regardless of your device version.
The Problem
Apps like WhatsApp, Instagram (older versions), and some default gallery apps may still fail to upload or display HEIC files correctly.
How to View HEIC on Android
If your gallery app won't open the file, follow these steps:
- **Use Google Photos**: Most Android phones come with "Photos" installed. It can open HEIC files natively. Simply upload the file to your Google account or open it through the app's file explorer.
- **Use Files by Google**: The "Files" app by Google often includes the necessary decoders to preview HEIC images even if your system gallery cannot.
- **Use our Online Converter**: If you need to share the photo via an app that doesn't support HEIC, converting it to JPG is the fastest solution.
Easy Step-by-Step Conversion
- 1.Open **Chrome** or any browser on your Android device.
- 2.Go to heictojpgconverter.io.
- 3.Tap the upload box and select the HEIC files from your **Downloads** or **Gallery**.
- 4.Tap **Convert** and then **Download** for each file.
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