How to Get a JPEG Under 300 KB for eBay Listings
Hitting an exact size limit is easier with a target-size compressor. Listings with clear, fast-loading photos make it easier for buyers to compare items quickly.
Recommended settings for eBay listings
| Setting | Starting point |
|---|---|
| Format | JPEG (WebP where accepted) |
| Width | about 1600 px on the long edge |
| Quality | 78 |
| File size | 300 KB or less |
These are practical defaults. If the platform or form you are using publishes its own limits, follow those instead.
How to Get a JPEG Under 300 KB
Type 300 into the target size box. The tool tries different quality levels and keeps the best one that fits. If even low quality cannot fit, it gradually reduces the dimensions until it does.
For very tight limits, crop first so the subject fills the frame. A tightly cropped image at 300 KB will look far better than a wide scene squeezed to the same size.
Step by step with TheCompressJPEG
- Open the compress JPEG to 300 KB tool, or the main compressor for custom settings.
- Drop in your image. Nothing is uploaded; it is processed in your browser.
- Set the maximum width to 1600 and the target size to 300 KB.
- Press Compress, check the result and download it.
Quick tips
- Always keep the original file and compress a copy.
- Use JPEG for photos and PNG for logos and line art.
- Name files descriptively with lowercase words and hyphens.
- Check the result on a phone, where most people will see it.
FAQ
Can I compress images for e-learning courses without uploading them?
Yes. TheCompressJPEG runs entirely in your browser, so your images never leave your device.
Is WebP accepted for e-learning courses?
It depends on the platform. JPEG is the safest choice when you are not sure.
What size should an image be for e-learning courses?
A practical default is about 1600 pixels wide and 200 KB or less, unless the destination states its own limits.
Wrapping up
For eBay listings, the reliable recipe is simple: resize to around 1600 pixels, compress at quality 78 or to a 300 KB target, and check the result before you upload. Keep the original so you can always start again.
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