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[100% Working] How to Convert Image to Black and White in Seconds?

Converting a color image to black and white is a common request by users when they want to turn an image to a classic look, evoke strong emotions, or highlight details. For example, you may have to settle down the bright colors in the image and highlight the subject more clearly.

No matter why you want to convert image to black and white, you have plenty of ways to make the conversion. In this guide, we will present the best method to convert single/multiple images to black and white.

Part 1. Can I Make a PNG/JPG Image Black and White?

Yes, you can make a PNG/JPG image black and white. All you need is a reliable tool that can convert color image to black and white without compromising the quality. You can choose a desktop-based tool, mobile app, or online tool for this purpose.

Simply put, you have endless options to make a PNG/JPG image to black and white PDF or image. The only thing to consider is picking the right tool that can convert the image without any technicalities and quality loss. Head to the next part to learn one such best tool to convert image to black and white.

Part 2. How to Convert Image to Black and White

The best way to convert image to black and white is to use a reliable editor that can easily and accurately convert the colors. That's exactly what UPDF has to offer.

UPDF is a versatile PDF editor that offers exceptional editing features. Besides PDF editing capabilities, it also functions as an image editor through its image-to-PDF and PDF-to-image conversions.

With UPDF, you just have to drop an image into the editor, convert it to black and white, and then convert it back into an image.

Looks simple! Check the following steps to learn how to convert color image to black and white:

Step 1. Install and launch UPDF. Click File > Create > PDF from Image > Select the image. Alternatively, drag and drop the image to the UPDF editor. It will automatically convert the image to PDF.

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Step 2. Click File > Print.

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Step 3. In the print settings, tick the "Print in grayscale (black and white) checkbox. You can also customize other print settings, like paper size, orientation, print as image, and others.

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Step 4. After configuring the print settings, click "Print". Provide the location where you want to save the file as a PDF.

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Step 5. Open the saved printed PDF file again with UPDF. Click the "Export PDF" option from the right sidebar and select "Image".

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Step 6. Select the image format and click "Export".

convert image to black and white export

That's it! This way, you can easily convert image to black and white using the intuitive image > PDF > image approach of UPDF.

You can enjoy many benefits using UPDF for converting images to black and white, as follows:

  • Batch convert multiple images (even more than 100) to black and white - users can select multiple images and drop to UPDF to combine them into a single PDF. Then, print every page to black and white. If they want, they can convert them back to images.
  • Preserve image quality during conversion - the PDF-based color conversion keeps the image quality intact. The process accurately converts the color without any visual muddy impacts and then restores the same image quality back in black and white shade.
  • Versatile options during conversion - users get access to many options during the print process. They can customize page size, orientation, print as image, and a lot more.
  • Compatibility with Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android - users can use UPDF across all the four major platforms.

In short, UPDF dominates as an all-in-one PDF and image editor to effortlessly convert images to black and white.

Since UPDF is also a PDF editor, this implies that you can also use it to handle almost all PDF-related activities, like edit, annotate, OCR, convert, compress, protect, and organize PDFs.

So, why not hit the download button below to install UPDF and leverage this versatile PDF editor from today in day-to-day activities? Alternatively, users can directly upgrade to the pro version and experience all its premium features!

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Part 3. Extended Reading

1. How can I edit an image in a PDF?

To edit an image in a PDF, you need a reliable PDF editor that can detect the image and lets you make the edits. For example, UPDF is a powerful PDF editor that lets you easily edit an image in a PDF, such as rotate, crop, replace, delete, and more.

2. How can I crop an image?

You can crop an image using any image viewer/editor app. Alternatively, if your image is in a PDF, you can use UPDF to smartly crop the image without compromising the document layout.

3. Can I rotate an image? How?

Yes, you can easily rotate an image using any image viewer/editor. For example, you can open the image in the Windows Photos tool and use the "Rotate" icon to rotate the image.

Conclusion

A black and white image gives an image a timeless look and focuses more on the subject matter. Above, we have discussed how to convert image to black and white easily with UPDF. UPDF's unique approach to PDF-based color conversion preserves image quality. Secondly, it makes it quick to batch-convert images to black and white. So, what are you waiting for?

Install UPDF and convert the color image to black and white within the next five minutes.

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