INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER RESOLUTION
All files must have a minimum resolution of 300 dpi (dots per inch). Images with a resolution less than 300 dpi will reproduce poorly on press (the image will look fuzzy and/or pixilated). If you took your images from a website on the internet, there is a 90% chance that they will not be a high enough resolution for printing (unless the images came from a stock photography house and are designated high resolution).
The internet displays images at 72 dpi, so that the images appear quickly over an internet connection, but under no circ*mstances should they be used for printing. If you submit low-resolution files for printing, you will not be happy with the quality of your printing.
Below are examples of a low resolution (72 dpi) file and a high resolution (300 dpi) file. Please review these examples to ensure that you submit your files the correct way and you get the best quality possible.
EXAMPLE OF A LOW RESOLUTION FILE
Please review the example above. This is an example of a 4" x 6" postcard or flyer with low resolution (72 dpi). Notice that all the text and graphics look blurry, fuzzy, and pixelated. There is no process with printing that will make this look good. Your print will come out as bad as it looks on your screen. To see an example of a high resolution (300 dpi) file, refer to the last example on this page.
LOW RESOLUTION BLOWN UP TO 300dpi
Please review the example above. This is an example of a 4" x 6" postcard or flyer with low resolution (72 dpi) that has been blow up or changed to high resolution (300 dpi). Notice that all the text and graphics still look blurry, fuzzy, and pixelated. Don't believe everything you see on TV! There is no way to increase or "enhance" the resolution of an image. The only way to fix this is to redesign the file from start to finish at 300 dpi. To see an example of a high resolution (300 dpi) file, refer to the last example on this page.
HIGH RESOLUTION 300 dpi (This is the correct way)
Please review the example above. This is an example of a 4" x 6" postcard or flyer at high resolution (300 dpi). Notice that all the text is clear and sharp. By keeping to these standards and being cautious about how you create your design, you will be very pleased with the end results.
FAQs
To prevent bad looking images your file(s) should meet some basic standards of quality and color: Resolution: 300 dpi (dots per inch) Front or Outside Color Mode: CMYK.
What is image resolution in graphic design? ›
Resolution indicates the number of pixels that are displayed per inch for an image (or pixels per centimeter). Most computer monitors display at resolutions of 72 pixels per inch or 96 pixels per inch.
What is a good resolution for graphics? ›
Anything 300 PPI or over is usually considered to be high resolution. DPI –Dots Per Inch, is a measurement to determine the resolution of an image for printing. High resolution values for DPI are also generally considered to be 300 DPI or over.
What is a good quality image resolution? ›
An image is generally considered high resolution if it has 300 PPI or more, with typical dimensions ranging from 2,000 x 2,000 pixels for smaller images to 5,000 x 5,000 pixels (or more) for larger ones. Keep in mind that the specific pixel requirements will likely depend on the intended use of the image.
What is the best image resolution size? ›
Generally recommended image sizes for websites
| Website Image Type | Image Dimensions (W x H) | Image Aspect Ratio |
|---|
| Background Image | 1920 x 1080 pixels | 16:9 |
| Hero Image | 1280 x 720 pixels | 16:9 |
| Website Banner | 250 x 250 pixels | 1:1 |
| Blog Image | 1200 x 630 pixels | 3:2 |
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The best way to get high-resolution images is by using the right camera for the job. But when that's not an option — or you're looking to improve older digital photos — Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Photoshop Lightroom can help. Experiment with Super Resolution and resampling to see how far you can push your image quality.
How to tell if an image is high resolution? ›
How can I check if my photo is hi-res? On your computer, right-click on the image and then select “Properties.” A window will appear with the image's details. Go to the “Details” tab to see the image's dimensions and resolution. Resolution should be at least 300 PPI or 300 DPI to be considered hi-res.
What is the difference between image quality and image resolution? ›
Resolution is the overall number of pixels in your image, ie 2000 x 1333px. Quality is the amount of compression added when exporting a JPG (PNG is lossless). File size is the actual size of the image that's being saved, usually in kilobytes (KB) or megabytes (MB).
Does image resolution matter? ›
Higher resolutions mean that there more pixels per inch (PPI), resulting in more pixel information and creating a high-quality, crisp image. Images with lower resolutions have fewer pixels, and if those few pixels are too large (usually when an image is stretched), they can become visible like the image below.
What is the best image format for resolution? ›
TIFF is the workhorse format for high-resolution printing, including art photography and other fine artwork. It's a lossless image file format that retains extremely high photographic quality for scanning and printing.
What should DPI (or PPI) be for printing high-quality artwork? In many cases, the best resolution for printing is 300 PPI. At 300 pixels per inch (which roughly translates to 300 DPI, or dots per inch, on a printing press), an image will appear sharp and crisp.
What resolution is 300 DPI? ›
For instance a 300 DPI image corresponds to 300 (length) x 300 (height) pixels image, which means 90 000 pixels.
How do I know the resolution of an image? ›
On your computer, right-click on the image and then select “Properties.” A window will appear with the image's details. Go to the “Details” tab to see the image's dimensions and resolution. Resolution should be at least 300 PPI or 300 DPI to be considered hi-res.
What resolution is needed for graphic design? ›
It's a measurement of how many dots or pixels fit into one inch of space. “Resolution” refers to relative sharpness of an image. Here's a solid rule of thumb when choosing images. For print, use images at 300 DPI or greater, and for web, use images no lower than 72 DPI.
What is the resolution of a picture example? ›
Image resolution is often described in terms of the total number of pixels, as well as dots per inch (DPI) or pixels per inch (PPI). It is also described by measurement (e.g., width and height of the image in pixels). For example an 8.5 x 11-inch image scanned at 300dpi is 3300 x 2550 pixels.
