Emma Davis Print Production Specialist at 4OVER4.COM
Emma is our prepress and print production voice, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.
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.
| Notation | Front | Back |
|---|---|---|
| 4/0 | Full color | Blank |
| 4/1 | Full color | One ink, often black |
| 4/4 | Full color | Full 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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