Yuriy Stepanov

The pluginplug-in, with two additional SQL queries, joins the original data sample $wp_query->posts all meta fields, all files and images, for each image the direct url to small, medium, and large image is formed. There’s no need to use functions the_post_thumbnail and get_post_meta.
<h4>How it works</h4>
So let’s say we go to the home page of our blog, WordPress gives us a list of the latest 10 records. Let me remind you these are already in the global object in the array $wp_query-> posts. Let’s begin from creating a list of ID (number of records to which they are stored in the database).
<h4>Form the first SQL query:</h4>
<ul>
<li>$query = “SELECT $wpdb->posts.* FROM $wpdb->posts WHERE $wpdb->posts.post_parent IN(’21’,’29’,’30’,’35’,’38’,’42’,’46’,’48’,’49’,’55’) AND $wpdb->posts.post_parent 
AND $wpdb->posts.post_type = ‘attachment'”;</li>
</ul>
A normal translation is «find all the child entries for entries with the numbers (’21 ‘, ’29?, ’30 ‘, ’35?, ’38 ‘, ’42?, ’46 ‘, ’48?, ’49 ‘, ’55 ‘)». And the type of records required to be «attachment». That is, in short, we find all the files (attachment) which we downloaded for our 10 entries.
Again we form a list of ID: the first 10 ID entries and add the ID of files (attachments). Attachments as ordinary records are stored in one table – wp_posts.
<h4>Now we use the function update_meta_cache:</h4>
<ul>
<li>$all_meta = update_meta_cache(‘post’, $ar_all_id);</li>
</ul>
$ar_all_id – here are the original recordings and attachments
So everything just gets in the cache and subsequent calls get_post_meta will derive value from the cache. The rest is a matter of technique – the data must be carefully arranged, not mixing anything up. All meta fields are added to the $post->meta array, and files into an $post->files array and files are immediately sorted by number order (when downloading it, you can specify the sort order). 
In addition, for each file, if it is an image, the full path to the thumbnails is calculated: small (thumbnail), average (medium) and the complete picture (full).
<h4>WordPres 4:</h4>
The default filter is only connected to the main query using is_main_query(). 
Does not work in is_admin() or is_page().
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<h3>A brief Markdown Example</h3>
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All Inclusive

The pluginplug-in, with two additional SQL queries, joins the original data sample $wp_query->posts all meta fields, all files and images.

Jordy Meow

Perfect Images handles the basics of WordPress image management that should have been built-in from the start. Manage image sizes, disable the ones you don’t need, add custom sizes, and regenerate thumbnails in bulk. It’s the essential foundation every WordPress install needs for clean, efficient image handling.
Think of it as your image management base layer. WordPress creates too many sizes? Disable them. Need a custom thumbnail size? Add it. Want retina support or modern formats like WebP/AVIF? Enable those modules. Perfect Images gives you complete control without bloat.
Explore <a href="https://meowapps.com/wp-retina-2x" rel="nofollow ugc">our official site</a> and check out <a href="https://meowapps.com/wp-retina-2x/tutorial/" rel="nofollow ugc">the tutorial</a> to get started.
<h3>Core Features</h3>
⚙️ Image Size Management 
The foundation of everything. View all registered image sizes (WordPress defaults, theme sizes, plugin sizes), disable the ones you don’t need, and add custom sizes. Finally, control over those pesky WordPress-generated sizes like <code>medium_large</code>, <code>1536x1536</code>, and <code>2048x2048</code>.
🔄 Regenerate Thumbnails 
Bulk regenerate thumbnails after changing sizes or switching themes. Progress tracking, smart processing, and automatic cleanup of old unused sizes.
🖼️ Retina Images (Module) 
Optional module for high-DPI displays. Automatically generate and serve crisp @2x versions of your thumbnails. Works seamlessly with WordPress responsive images.
🎨 Modern Formats (Module) 
Optional WebP/AVIF conversion. Convert images to modern formats for smaller file sizes and faster loading—without replacing your originals.
🚀 Easy IO (Module) 
Optional CDN-based image optimization via EWWW. Automatically converts and delivers your images in WebP/AVIF, resizes on the fly, and serves them from a global CDN—zero server configuration required.
🤖 AI Features (Module) 
Optional AI-powered tools. Upscale images via Claid.ai when your source is too small, or use the AI Assistant to analyze your sizes and recommend which to enable or disable based on your theme’s srcset needs.
<h3>🖼️ Retina Images</h3>
Your visitors expect sharp, crisp images. Perfect Images makes retina support effortless.
Smart Generation:
<ul>
<li>Automatic retina creation for all thumbnail sizes</li>
<li>Multiple delivery methods (Responsive Images, PictureFill, Retina.js)</li>
<li>Works with WordPress srcset natively</li>
<li>Full-size retina support</li>
</ul>
Delivery Options:
<ul>
<li>Responsive Images: Modern, standard method</li>
<li>PictureFill: Hybrid approach with fallbacks</li>
<li>Retina.js: Client-side detection</li>
<li>Choose what fits your theme best</li>
</ul>
<h3>🎨 Modern Formats</h3>
WebP and AVIF offer dramatically better compression than JPEG/PNG—up to 50% smaller files with the same visual quality.
What You Get:
<ul>
<li>Generate WebP or AVIF for any image size</li>
<li>Automatic browser detection and fallbacks</li>
<li>Works alongside your original images</li>
<li>Enable for thumbnails or full-size</li>
<li>Responsive Images delivery built-in</li>
</ul>
<h3>🤖 AI Features</h3>
Perfect Images integrates with AI services to help you manage and optimize your images smarter.
AI Assistant:
<ul>
<li>Analyzes your image sizes and recommends which to enable or disable</li>
<li>Detects redundant retina sizes already covered by other thumbnails</li>
<li>Understands srcset behavior—sizes don’t need to be pixel-perfect</li>
<li>Requires <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/ai-engine/" rel="ugc">AI Engine</a> plugin</li>
</ul>
Upscaling (via Claid.ai):
<ul>
<li>Generate retina images without 2x source files</li>
<li>Create thumbnails larger than the original image</li>
<li>Multiple upscaling modes (Smart Enhance, Digital Art, Photo, etc.)</li>
<li>Automatic or manual processing</li>
</ul>
<h3>⚙️ Image Tools</h3>
The Image Tools dashboard lets you manage all your media in one place—regenerate thumbnails, build retina images, generate WebP/AVIF, and more, individually or in bulk.
Regenerate Thumbnails:
<ul>
<li>Bulk regenerate all thumbnails</li>
<li>Progress tracking for large libraries</li>
<li>Preserves custom crops</li>
<li>Updates retina and WebP versions automatically</li>
</ul>
Replace Images:
<ul>
<li>Swap images directly from Media Library</li>
<li>Drag & drop replacement in dashboard</li>
<li>Maintains all metadata and links</li>
<li>Updates all thumbnails instantly</li>
</ul>
Manage Sizes:
<ul>
<li>View all registered image sizes</li>
<li>Disable unwanted sizes (medium_large, 1536×1536, etc.)</li>
<li>Create custom sizes</li>
<li>Track which sizes are enabled per image</li>
</ul>
Disable Image Threshold:
<ul>
<li>Stop WordPress from creating “-scaled” versions</li>
<li>Keep your original full-size images intact</li>
</ul>
<h3>Pro Features</h3>
<ul>
<li>Full-size retina images</li>
<li>Full-size WebP/AVIF conversion</li>
<li>Priority support</li>
</ul>
<h3>Why Perfect Images?</h3>
Essential Foundation 
Every WordPress site needs proper image size management and thumbnail control. Perfect Images makes it simple, giving you the baseline image handling WordPress should have included.
Modular & Lightweight 
Start with just image size management and thumbnail regeneration. Enable retina, WebP, Easy IO, or AI modules only when you need them. No bloat, no unnecessary features.
Works with Everything 
Compatible with WooCommerce, page builders, galleries, and any theme. It uses WordPress’s native image handling, so there are no conflicts.
No Database Bloat 
Everything works through WordPress’s existing metadata structure. No custom tables, no performance overhead.
Built for Real Workflows 
Developed by someone who manages dozens of WordPress sites. Every feature solves a real problem we’ve encountered over years of WordPress development.

Perfect Images: Regenerate Thumbnails, Image Sizes, WebP & AVIF

Optimize image sizes, regenerate thumbnails, enable retina, convert to WebP/AVIF, or use cloud optimization. An essential image toolkit.

All Inclusive vs Perfect Images: Regenerate Thumbnails, Image Sizes, WebP & AVIF