Ensure that the "Image Decoder" list includes WebP or is set to use system codecs. 3. Clear the Thumbnail Cache If your WebP files still look like blank icons: Go to .

These versions include native WebP support . You can view, edit, and save WebP files without any extra downloads.

WebP is an image format developed by Google. It provides superior lossless and lossy compression for images on the web. Using WebP, webmasters and developers can create smaller, richer images that make the web faster. 🚀 26% smaller than PNGs for lossless images. 25-34% smaller than JPEGs for lossy images. Transparency support (alpha channel) just like PNG. Animation support as an alternative to GIF. Does ACDSee Support WebP?

If your version doesn't support the format, you can bridge the gap using the codec. ACDSee relies on the system’s codecs to render various file types. 1. Download the Google WebP Codec

This is often a preview setting. Increase your preview resolution in Options > Preview to ensure ACDSee isn't showing a low-res thumbnail.

If you are using a version from 2021 or earlier, you likely cannot see WebP thumbnails or open the files. This is where a plugin becomes necessary. How to Install the ACDSee WebP Plugin

This usually happens if there is a conflict between the Google Codec and a 3rd-party codec pack (like K-Lite). Try uninstalling other codec packs if issues persist.

Once the codec is installed, you may need to tell ACDSee to recognize the extension: Open ACDSee. Go to . Navigate to File List > Plug-ins .