Question
How do I ensure true black color prints correctly on my order?
Answer
A deep, true black comes from building a rich black in CMYK rather than relying on 100% K alone, which can print looking gray or washed out.
| Black build | Result |
|---|---|
| 100% K only | Can look flat or grayish |
| Rich black, around C60 M40 Y40 K100 | Deep, solid true black |
- Set your file to CMYK color mode before uploading.
- Use a rich black build for large solid black areas.
- If the black looks light in your online preview, contact 4OVER4 support with your order reference before production.
Confirming the build ahead of the run helps the printed black match what you have in mind.
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