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Color mode affects how your colors appear on screen vs in print.
Short Summary: Print quality depends on resolution. Use 300 DPI for sharp results and avoid blurry prints caused by low-resolution images.
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RGB (Screen colors)
RGB is used for:
- Websites
- Phones
- Monitors
- Social media
RGB looks brighter because screens emit light.
CMYK (Print colors)
CMYK is used for:
- Flyers, business cards, brochures
- Stickers and packaging
- Posters and banners
Printing uses ink, so colors are naturally different than screen.
What you should do
✅ For print, CMYK is preferred
✅ If your file is RGB, we can usually convert it — but the colors may shift slightly.
Common examples
- Neon bright colors on screen may look more muted in print.
- Very dark blacks may need “rich black” for better depth.
Pro tip
If exact color matching matters, ask about:
- Pantone
- Proofing
- Printed sample check
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