Resize PNG Images to 16×16 (Favicon (16px))
Smallest favicon size for legacy browsers and very small UI contexts — paired with larger favicons for multi-resolution support. When preparing PNG images for 16×16 display, proper compression is essential — optimized files load faster, look sharper, and use less bandwidth. Use ImageSmith to compress your PNG images to the ideal file size for 16×16 display: legacy favicons, browser tab icons, small UI markers.
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Width
16px
Height
16px
Category
icon
Format
PNG
▸legacy favicons
▸browser tab icons
▸small UI markers
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Resize PNG to 16×16 — FAQ
For 16×16 PNG images, target under 200KB for web use, under 100KB for email, and under 500KB for high-quality photography. ImageSmith optimizes to any target size automatically.
Smallest favicon size for legacy browsers and very small UI contexts — paired with larger favicons for multi-resolution support. Common use cases: legacy favicons, browser tab icons, small UI markers.
Upload your PNG image to ImageSmith, set a target file size (e.g., 200KB for web use), and compress. The tool optimizes quality settings to deliver the best possible image at your target size.
PNG offers lossless quality preservation at 16×16. WebP is also a strong alternative — 25–35% smaller than JPEG at equivalent visual quality.