Compress an Image in Word
Large images are the main reason Word documents balloon in size and email slowly. Word has a Compress Pictures option, but it gives little control over the result. Compressing each image with imagetogif before you insert it keeps the document small and the images sharp. It runs in your browser.
Compress an imageHow it works
Compress the image here
Add your image to the free compressor and shrink it to a smaller size.
Pick a sensible target
Aim for well under 200KB for body images, which is plenty for a document.
Insert it in Word
Choose Insert, Pictures, and add the compressed image.
Save the document
The file stays small and opens and emails faster.
Free tools for this
Everything runs in your browser, so your image never leaves your device.
Tips that make a difference
Compress before inserting
Doing it first gives more control than Word's Compress Pictures, which only lowers embedded resolution.
Resize oversized photos too
A photo far wider than the page wastes space. Resize it down before compressing.
Watch the whole document
Several large images add up fast. Compress each one to keep the file light.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I compress an image in Word?
Word has Compress Pictures under Picture Format, but for more control compress the image with imagetogif first, then insert it. That keeps the document small and the image sharp.
Why is my Word document so large?
Usually because of full-size images. Compressing and resizing each image before inserting shrinks the document a lot.
Is my image uploaded?
No. Compression runs in your browser, so your image never leaves your device.