Image Compressor
Ditch bulky images!
Reduce file sizes while maintaining quality with advanced compression algorithms.
About This Plugin
The Image Compressor plugin delivers state-of-the-art compression algorithms for .NET applications. Utilizing advanced techniques like lossy and lossless compression, smart palette optimization, and format-specific encoders, this plugin can dramatically reduce image file sizes while maintaining visual quality. Perfect for web applications, mobile apps, and any scenario where bandwidth and storage efficiency are critical.
.NET Prerequisites
- Microsoft Windows or a compatible OS with .NET Core
- Development environment: Visual Studio Code or Microsoft Visual Studio
How to Use
Reference Imagise Image Compressor
Add the Imagise.ImageCompressor NuGet package to your .NET solution and include the necessary using statements in your source files.
Set License Keys
Initialize the licensing system with your credentials using the License class to access all compression features and algorithms.
Create Compressor Instance
Initialize a new ImageCompressor object and load the source image you want to compress from a file path, stream, or byte array.
Configure Compression Options
Select compression level (lossless, balanced, aggressive), quality settings, and format-specific options to achieve your desired size/quality tradeoff.
Apply Compression
Execute the compression operation with your configured settings. The plugin analyzes the image and applies optimal compression techniques automatically.
Save Compressed Output
Export the compressed image to file or stream. Review compression statistics including original size, compressed size, and compression ratio.
Key Features
Intelligent Compression Modes
Choose from lossless, balanced, or aggressive compression modes with automatic algorithm selection based on image content and target format.
WebP & Modern Format Support
Leverage modern image formats like WebP and AVIF for superior compression ratios while maintaining compatibility with traditional formats.
Batch Compression
Compress multiple images in parallel with consistent quality settings, perfect for optimizing large image libraries or automated workflows.
Visual Quality Metrics
Built-in quality assessment tools measure visual differences and compression artifacts, helping you find the optimal balance between size and quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
What compression ratio can I expect?
Compression ratios vary based on image content and settings. Typically, you can achieve 40-70% size reduction with minimal quality loss. Lossless compression typically provides 10-30% reduction while aggressive lossy compression can reach 80-90% reduction.
Will compression affect image quality?
Lossless compression maintains perfect quality while reducing file size. Lossy compression introduces minimal visual changes that are often imperceptible. You have full control over the quality/size tradeoff through configurable parameters.
Can I compress images without re-encoding?
Yes, for formats like JPEG and PNG, the plugin offers optimization modes that compress the existing encoding without full re-encoding, preserving maximum quality while reducing file size.
Ready to Get Started?
This plugin is currently under development and will be available soon.