How do I save a Facebook picture as a JPEG?

Saving a Facebook picture as a JPEG image file is a straightforward process that can be done in just a few clicks. JPEG is a common image format that allows pictures to be compressed to reduce file size without losing too much image quality. Many programs and devices can view and edit JPEG files, making it a versatile format to save photos in.

Why Save Facebook Photos as JPEGs?

There are several reasons you may want to download a Facebook photo and save it as a JPEG file:

To have a copy of the photo stored locally on your computer or device

To edit or print the photo using image editing software
To upload or attach the photo to another platform or website
To backup your Facebook photos in case something happens to your account

To share high resolution versions of the photos with friends or family

Saving the full quality JPEG version gives you the most flexibility for using the photo offline compared to just viewing it in your Facebook feed. The JPEG will retain all the original image quality and details.

Requirements for Saving Facebook Photos

Before downloading and saving a Facebook photo as a JPEG, make sure:

You have permission from the photo owner to save the picture. Do not save photos without the consent of the person who posted them.
The photo is set to public or you are friends with the owner. You can only save photos you have permission to view.
You have a computer, smartphone, or device with an internet connection and sufficient storage space for the photos.

The device has an image viewer or editor app that supports JPEG files (most do).

As long as those requirements are met, you are ready to start saving your favorite Facebook snapshots.

How to Save Photos on Desktop

If you are using Facebook in a desktop browser, here are the steps to save photos as JPEGs:

Open Facebook and navigate to the photo you want to save. Click it to open the full size view.
Right click on the photo and select “Save image as…” or “Save photo as…” depending on your browser.
Choose a folder or location to save the file.

Rename the file if desired. Be sure to leave the .jpg or .jpeg file extension at the end.
Click “Save” to download the full resolution version of the photo to your computer.

The photo will now be saved as a JPEG file that you can access from your computer at any time without needing an internet connection.

How to Save Photos on Mobile

To save Facebook photos on your smartphone or tablet:

Open the Facebook app and find the photo you want to save.
Tap on the photo to open it at full size, then tap and hold on the image for 2-3 seconds.

A menu will pop up – select “Save image” or “Save photo.”
The JPEG file will be saved to your device’s photo gallery or album.

You can also save the photo directly from the Facebook app:

With the photo open, tap the three dots or downward arrow in the top right corner.
Choose “Save photo” from the options.
Access the saved image through your device’s Photos or Gallery app.

The steps can vary slightly on different mobile devices but generally follow the same process. The photo will be saved as a standard JPEG file.

How to Save Multiple Facebook Photos

Rather than saving photos on Facebook one at a time, you can utilize some workarounds to download multiple pictures at once:

On a computer, install a Facebook photo downloader browser extension or program that lets you select and save multiple images simultaneously.

On iPhone and Android, use the “Select” option to choose multiple photos, then tap “Download.”
From your computer, go to facebook.com/me/photos to view your personal Facebook photo albums. Use the “Download” button at the top of each album page to save the entire album as a ZIP file.
View photos on Facebook using the desktop lightbox viewer. Right click the background and choose “Save As” to download the current open photos.

Review the app or tool instructions for the exact steps to bulk download albums or photo collections off of Facebook.

How to Convert JPEG to Other Image Formats

Once you have saved the Facebook photos as JPEG files, you can optionally convert them to other image formats as well. Common format conversions include:

JPEG to PNG – Provides a lossless version good for image editing.

JPEG to TIFF – High resolution with no compression, large file sizes.
JPEG to PDF – Saves multiple JPEGs into a single PDF document.
JPEG to GIF – Animated GIFs for social media and messaging.

To change a JPEG’s format:

Open the JPEG file in an image editor like Photoshop, GIMP, or Paint.
Go to File > Export As or Save As.

Select the desired new format from the file type dropdown.
Adjust options like quality and animation frame delay as needed.
Click export and the JPEG will be converted and saved to the new format.

There are also handy online tools and converter apps that streamline the process of batch converting JPEGs to other file types.

Troubleshooting Saving Facebook Photos

In some cases, you may encounter issues while attempting to save Facebook pictures. Here are some common problems and solutions:

Only thumbnail version saves – Be sure to open the photo at full size before downloading. Right click the larger view to save at full resolution.

File saves with generic name – Rename files to something descriptive before saving if desired.
Can’t find saved photos – Check your computer’s Downloads folder or your mobile device’s Gallery app.
Permissions error – Make sure you have permission to view the photo or that it is public. Cannot save photos of just friends.

Download button missing – On mobile, update the Facebook app or try holding down on the image to trigger save option.

If problems persist, changing browsers, clearing Facebook caches/cookies, or rebooting your device can help resolve technical quirks that prevent saving images.

Conclusion

Knowing how to save Facebook photos as JPEGs allows you to keep copies of pictures you care about for offline use, backup, and sharing. The process is fast and straightforward from both desktop and mobile. Just make sure to only download photos you have permission to access and give them descriptive filenames. With the full quality JPEG versions of your favorite snapshots saved, you can do everything from printing them for scrapbooks to emailing them to friends and family.