Useful tips

What DPI should I export from Lightroom?

What DPI should I export from Lightroom?

If you need to be exact on your dimensions, set your resolution to 300dpi (dots per square inch) and try using 1,000 x 1,000 as a base. If the image is still too pixilated for your taste, try up-scaling to 2MP or 3MP, and so on, as needed.

What format should I export from Lightroom for printing?

This is where you’ll designate the actual type of file that you export. As a general rule, most printers and print labs will prefer the format of JPG files, in the color space of sRGB. However, some specialty labs may ask for TIF files and/or Adobe RGB color space for maximum print quality.

How should I export my photos from Lightroom for printing?

You can get to the Export dialog in 3 ways.

  1. The first is just highlight/select any photo from your filmstrip and right-click on the photo. From the menu that pops up, select Export>Export.
  2. The second is to select File>Export.
  3. The third way is to use a keyboard shortcut shift+command/ctrl+E.

What DPI should I export?

Much like PPI, DPI measures the amount of dots per linear inch. The higher the DPI, the more fine an image will print. In my opinion, when sending an image out to a pro lab, Wal-Mart, Jessop’s, Adorama Pix, or wherever you get prints made, you should export your images for print at 300 DPI…. minimum.

What are the export settings for Lightroom photos?

This is a guide on recommended Lightroom export settings for your photos, whether for web or for print, by wedding photographer Nick Church. Resolution, PPI, JPEG Quality, Resizing… there’s no discrimination when it comes to being confused by image export options. They baffle new photographers and professionals alike.

What should the PPI be for printing photos from Lightroom?

Printing photos requires high resolution images and this can be adjusted under Image Sizing When exporting from Lightroom for print the Pixels Per Inch setting (PPI) needs to be 300 to export a high resolution file. Next, if you want to specify a size, your choices are:

How many pixels per inch do you need to print from Lightroom?

When exporting from Lightroom for print the Pixels Per Inch setting (PPI) needs to be 300 to export a high resolution file. Next, if you want to specify a size, your choices are: I say if, because you can leave the Resize to Fit box unticked and simply input a resolution of 300ppi.

Where do I put my print files in Lightroom?

This makes sure that you can print the photo at any size and you will have a high quality photo. When you export your high resolution images for print you want to put them in their own folder so you don’t accidently print a photo that was intended for the web. As I mentioned before, I like to put my print photos in the same folder as the original.