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type: guide
title: "How to Convert RGB to CMYK in Photoshop and Illustrator"
description: "How to convert RGB to CMYK in Photoshop and Illustrator. Set the color mode, convert with a profile, soft-proof, and export a print-ready PDF."
resource: https://www.4over4.com/guide/how-to-convert-rgb-to-cmyk-in-photoshop-and-illustrator
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timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
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# How to Convert RGB to CMYK in Photoshop and Illustrator

How to convert RGB to CMYK in Photoshop and Illustrator. Set the color mode, convert with a profile, soft-proof, and export a print-ready PDF.

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