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Efficient Image Compression with `sips` on macOS

As a developer, optimizing website performance is a top priority, and one of the most effective ways to achieve this is by compressing images. Large image files can significantly slow down page load times, leading to a poor user experience. While there are many tools available for image compression, macOS users have a powerful and convenient utility built right into the operating system: sips (Scriptable Image Processing System). In this tutorial, we’ll explore how to use sips to quickly and efficiently compress images, making your website faster and more efficient. ...

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · Prateep Gedupudi