To merge JPG files, upload them to a browser-based image merger, arrange them in your preferred layout, and download the result. JPG files merge exactly the same way as PNG or WebP, since the layout tool works on the decoded image, not the file format.
Steps to merge JPG files online
- Upload your JPG photos, in any order, then drag to reorder them.
- Pick a layout: side by side for two, grid for several.
- Set the gap and background color if you want visible separation.
- Download the merged file, saved as JPG or PNG depending on what you need next.
Should the merged file stay JPG or become PNG?
| Output format | Best for | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|
| JPG | Photos, smaller file size | No transparency, slight compression artifacts |
| PNG | Screenshots, text, transparent backgrounds | Larger file size |
Merging JPGs without losing quality
JPG is a compressed format, so re-saving a JPG repeatedly does gradually lose quality. Merge from your original, unedited JPG files rather than a JPG that's already been through several rounds of editing and re-saving elsewhere.
If you're merging a large batch of JPGs rather than just two or three, the bulk merge guide covers grid sizing for bigger batches.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I merge JPG and PNG files together?
- Yes, mixed formats merge fine together since the tool decodes each image before laying it out.
- Does merging JPGs online cost anything?
- No, a browser-based merge tool is free to use with no account required.
- What's the difference between merging JPGs and converting them?
- Merging combines multiple photos into one new image; converting only changes a single photo's file format without combining anything.