Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen Senior Content Strategist at 4OVER4.COM
Question

Can I print an RGB file, or do I have to convert to CMYK?

Answer

You can submit an RGB file and the press will auto-convert it, but you give up control over how the colors shift. Converting to CMYK yourself lets you see and correct those shifts before anything prints.

  • RGB is a screen color space with a wider gamut than print can reproduce.
  • Bright blues, greens, and purples lose the most vibrancy in conversion.
  • Convert to CMYK in your design software so you approve the printed colors, not the press.

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