Why Does Instagram Lower Picture Quality?
Instagram compresses images to save data and load faster, especially on slower networks. It's all about keeping things snappy!
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Instagram lowers picture quality to save storage space. It's like Marie Kondo for your pics!
It's simple鈥攕maller files mean faster loading times, so Instagram prioritizes speed over pixel perfection.
From my experience, Instagram's compression can be a bummer, but it really helps make the app work smoothly across different devices and internet speeds.
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