Emma Davis
Emma Davis Print Production Specialist at 4OVER4.COM
Question

What is the difference between 4/0 and other color printing options?

Answer

Print color options are written as two numbers separated by a slash, showing how many ink colors print on each side. The 4 stands for full-color CMYK process printing, and the second number tells you what happens on the back.

NotationFrontBack
4/0Full colorBlank
4/1Full colorOne ink, often black
4/4Full colorFull color
  • 4/0 is common when the back is left blank, such as simple postcards or single-sided cards.
  • Choose 4/4 when you want photos or color on both sides.

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