Nadia Petrov
Nadia Petrov Customer Education Writer at 4OVER4.COM
Question

Why does my proof look low-resolution when my original artwork is high-quality?

Answer

The proof is displayed at a lower resolution for faster viewing and easier file management, which is why it can look low-quality even when your original artwork is not. The proof resolution and the print output resolution are two separate things.

  • Preview vs print: the proof is a compressed preview. The print is produced from your full-resolution file.
  • The green light: if your files uploaded without any errors, the final product prints at full quality.
  • No action needed: a soft-looking proof from a clean upload does not require re-uploading.

Your high-quality artwork will carry through to the finished piece.

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