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Winder · 01-07-2017, 09:21 AM

Does size matter? DPI (dots per inch) for printing explained - DIY Photography

stevebrot · 01-07-2017, 11:35 AM

Three words: Intended...viewing...distance

One can test appropriate dpi with a 4x6 test print and a tape measure. FWIW, for framed art intended for hanging, I seldom print below 200 dpi.

Steve

(...puzzled as to what "large format" means in the linked article...)

CDW · 01-07-2017, 01:32 PM

As Stevebrot suggested, 200 dpi on fine art papers would be my suggestion as well. As also mentioned, viewing distance is the key. If the view location is 10-12 feet away, then you can get away with quite a lot, say 125-150 dpi. The media will play quite a roll. If you print on canvas, the texture of the canvas weave will mask softness at closer viewing distances. I've frequently printed at 150 dpi in situations where a buyer has wanted a very large mural sized print from a smaller print file.

Not a Number · 01-07-2017, 01:36 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by stevebrot

(...puzzled as to what "large format" means in the linked article...)

In printers terms one dimension is between 18 and 100 inches.

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stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Three words: Intended...viewing...distance One can test appropriate dpi with a 4x6 test print and a tape measure. FWIW, for framed art intended for hanging, I seldom print below 200 dpi. Steve (...puzzled as to what "large format" means in the linked article...)

01-07-2017, 01:32 PM	#3
CDW Site Supporter Join Date: May 2011 Location: Big Island, Hawaii & Utah Posts: 457	As Stevebrot suggested, 200 dpi on fine art papers would be my suggestion as well. As also mentioned, viewing distance is the key. If the view location is 10-12 feet away, then you can get away with quite a lot, say 125-150 dpi. The media will play quite a roll. If you print on canvas, the texture of the canvas weave will mask softness at closer viewing distances. I've frequently printed at 150 dpi in situations where a buyer has wanted a very large mural sized print from a smaller print file.

01-07-2017, 01:36 PM - 1 Like	#4
Not a Number Moderator Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Venice, CA Posts: 10,526	Originally posted by stevebrot (...puzzled as to what "large format" means in the linked article...) In printers terms one dimension is between 18 and 100 inches.