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<p>Utilize modern image formats like WebP or AVIF through content negotiation. These formats can reduce image size by up to 90% compared to traditional JPEGs, which can have a massive impact on LCP.</p>
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TL;DR

WebP and AVIF image formats reduce file size by up to 90%. This directly impacts LCP and consequently SEO ranking. Integrate them for improved performance.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Dois-je convertir toutes mes images en WebP ou AVIF ?
Pas nécessairement, priorisez les images lourdes ou stratégiques en début de conversion.
Ces formats sont-ils supportés par tous les navigateurs ?
La plupart des navigateurs modernes gèrent WebP et AVIF, mais vérifiez la compatibilité.
Le gain de performance justifie-t-il l'effort ?
L'impact sur le LCP et les performances globales rend cet effort souvent crucial.
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