Compresses and converts images to WebP or optimized PNG formats using system tools with smart fallbacks.
The awkn-compress-image skill provides a robust, cross-platform solution for automating image optimization within Claude Code. It intelligently selects the best available system tool—ranging from macOS sips to Google's cwebp—to deliver high-quality compression with significant file size reduction. Whether processing single files or entire directories recursively, this skill supports WebP conversion by default while maintaining support for PNG-to-PNG optimization, making it an essential tool for web developers and content creators looking to improve site performance and automate publishing workflows.
Key Features
01Lossless PNG-to-PNG compression support
020 GitHub stars
03Automatic tool detection (sips, cwebp, ImageMagick, or Sharp)
04JSON output mode for seamless integration with other scripts
05Recursive directory processing for bulk image optimization
06High-efficiency WebP conversion with customizable quality
Use Cases
01Optimizing website assets for faster load times and better SEO
02Preparing optimized images for social media platforms like WeChat
03Batch processing image folders before deploying to production
