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Why Your Prints Look Blurry (Resolution Rules)
Why Your Prints Look Blurry (Resolution Rules)
Blurry prints usually come from one mistake. Fix it with these quick DPI rules.
Read time: 1 min read
First published: February 22, 2026
Last updated: February 22, 2026
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Why prints look blurry

Most blurry prints come from low-resolution images (often web images).

The rule

✅ Print should be 300 DPI at final size.

Quick examples

  • Small stickers: still aim for 300 DPI
  • Posters/banners: 150–300 DPI depending on viewing distance

Common causes

  • Using screenshots
  • Stretching a small image bigger
  • Downloading images from Google

Fix it

Use higher-res files, export print-ready PDF, and avoid scaling images beyond their original size.

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