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type: faq
title: "What file format should I use for photography printing?"
description: "For photographic prints, the file format decides how much color and detail survive the press. A high resolution PDF in CMYK is the most reliable choice. Se"
resource: https://www.4over4.com/faqs/general/what-file-format-should-i-use-for-photography-printing
tags: ["Industry", "faq"]
timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
---

# What file format should I use for photography printing?

For photographic prints, the file format decides how much color and detail survive the press. A high resolution PDF in CMYK is the most reliable choice. Se

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