How to Compress Images in Glide | Optimize App Speed & Save Storage

:rocket: Want to make your Glide app faster and more efficient? In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to compress images directly within Glide—without using third-party tools, external APIs, or complicated integrations!

Why Compress Images in Glide?

:heavy_check_mark: Reduce storage usage and avoid exceeding Glide’s storage limits
:heavy_check_mark: Improve app performance with faster loading times
:heavy_check_mark: Optimize data usage to minimize unnecessary updates
:heavy_check_mark: Keep costs low by efficiently managing images in your app

What You’ll Learn in This Video:

:pushpin: Glide Pricing & Storage Limits (2025 Update) – How image compression affects your plan
:pushpin: Built-In Image Compression in Glide – No external tools required!
:pushpin: Two Simple Methods to Compress Images:
:small_blue_diamond: From the Data Editor – Optimize images with a single action
:small_blue_diamond: On Form Submission – Automatically shrink images when users upload them
:pushpin: Choosing the Right Compression Level – Find the balance between quality and size

By the end of this video, you’ll know how to compress images in Glide like a pro, making your app smoother, faster, and more cost-effective!

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Wow @Gideon_Lahav_Busines ! That is gold! Thank you!

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Thank you so much!

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Thanks for the amazing demonstration!

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