Webp ((better)): Thumbsplus

: ThumbsPlus relies on specific image libraries that may not natively include the libwebp encoding required for this "next-gen" format.

: Most modern browsers (Chrome, Edge, Safari, Firefox) now have near 100% compatibility with WebP. However, offline software like ThumbsPlus often requires specific codecs or updates to handle these "next-gen" formats seamlessly. 2. Advantages of Using WebP in ThumbsPlus thumbsplus webp

IrfanView (with plugins) renders WebP instantly. Use it as ThumbsPlus's external viewer. : ThumbsPlus relies on specific image libraries that

Integrating WebP into a ThumbsPlus-managed library offers significant benefits for storage and performance: ThumbsPlus 6.0 - DPReview including metadata synchronization.

: Ensure your Windows OS has the WebP Video Extensions installed from the Microsoft Store. Sometimes, third-party apps like ThumbsPlus can leverage system codecs to "see" file types they don't natively handle.

Modern DAMs like (open source) and Photo Supreme support WebP out of the box, including metadata synchronization. ThumbsPlus users remain loyal because of speed and scripting, but the lack of WebP support is becoming a fatal flaw.