Why do images look fuzzy in the online proof viewer?

Fuzzy images in the proof viewer are usually a display artifact, not a sign that your print will look soft. The viewer compresses the preview for fast on-screen loading.

• The online proof is a lower-resolution preview, so fine detail can look softer than the real file.
• Your print uses the high-resolution source file you supplied, not the preview image.
• As long as your source meets the resolution requirements, the print will be sharp.
• Use the proof to confirm layout, text, and placement rather than judging final image sharpness.

If you are unsure whether your source file is high enough resolution, ask a rep to confirm before you approve.