Jordan Kim
Jordan Kim Sustainability & Industry Editor at 4OVER4.COM
Question

Can I make lenticular prints with a regular inkjet printer?

Answer

Yes, you can experiment with lenticular prints on a home inkjet, and it is a reasonable way to test an idea or make a few prototypes. The catch is that alignment between your interlaced image and the lens sheet has to be precise, which gets harder as size and volume grow.

  • Printer - needs at least 720 DPI output for a passable effect
  • Paper - smooth glossy photo stock so the image stays sharp
  • Lens sheet - a lenticular lens purchased separately, matched to your interlacing pitch
  • Software - an interlacing tool to weave your frames to the lens LPI

For a handful of prototypes this works, but expect trial and error on registration. Professional lenticular printing delivers tighter alignment and more consistent output when you need quality or quantity.

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