Prints & photo books
Glossy or matte photo paper
Choose the surface according to lighting, subject and handling.
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Prints & photo books
From image cropping and paper choice to sequencing a photo book.
Prints & photo books
Photo print cropping
Before ordering, check which parts of the image the paper ratio will remove.
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Borders around photo prints
Distinguish image dimensions, border width and external size before buying a frame.
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Why prints look darker
Trace dark prints through the file, display, output settings and viewing light.
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Choosing a photo book format
Choose the book shape from the photographs and how the book will be used.
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Planning a photo book sequence
Build a readable sequence through order, changes of scale and pauses.
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Lay-flat photo books
A flat-opening binding supports spreads but does not replace careful layout.
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Bleed and safe margins
Bleed extends outward, while the safe area protects important content inward.
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Pixels for a print size
Check pixel dimensions, paper size and cropping together before sending a photograph to print.
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PPI and DPI
Image pixels and printer dots describe different parts of the same output workflow.
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A4 and traditional photo ratios
A4 and traditional photographic sizes have different aspect ratios.
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Large prints and viewing distance
Judge a wall print from its intended distance while still checking important detail.
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Canvas print edges
The front of a canvas print does not extend to the outside of its production file.
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Acrylic photo presentation
Assess acrylic presentations by construction, reflections and mounting.
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Aluminum photo panels
Metal presentations differ according to printing process and visible surface.
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Framing with a mat
A mat combines the visible opening, separation from glazing and suitable materials.
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Choosing frame glass
Reflection control, UV filtering and material weight are separate properties.
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Lighting a displayed print
Lighting should make a photograph readable without distracting reflections or unnecessary exposure.
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Storing unframed prints
Protect unframed prints from light, pressure, moisture and unsuitable contact materials.
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Scanning old family photos
Digitize old prints with documented settings and retain an unretouched capture.
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Preparing a print test strip
A test strip answers a specific print question when scale and settings remain consistent.
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Photo calendar layouts
Arrange calendar photographs and date grids so both work in everyday use.
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Choosing photos for a gift book
Select a gift photo book from the recipient’s perspective.
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Checking a print order
Check the file, composition and product details separately before approving a print order.