Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about preparing images for perfect prints.
While often used interchangeably, PPI (Pixels Per Inch) refers to the digital resolution of an image, while DPI (Dots Per Inch) refers to the physical ink density of a printer. For most users, PPI is what you need to worry about when checking your file quality.
For handheld items like photo albums and postcards, 300 PPI is the gold standard for crisp, professional results. For wall art viewed from a few feet away, 150–200 PPI is usually sufficient. Anything below 100 PPI may appear pixelated or soft.
Simply upload your image to our home page. Our tool reads the pixel dimensions and calculates the quality for various standard print sizes instantly.
Absolutely not. Your privacy is our priority. All image processing happens entirely on your device within your web browser. We never see, store, or transmit your photos.
Yes! Modern smartphones take very high-resolution photos, but they are often shot in a specific aspect ratio (like 4:3). Our tool helps you crop them to standard print sizes (like 4:6 or 5:7) without losing quality.
Currently, we support standard web formats including JPG, PNG, and WebP. We recommend exporting your RAW files to a high-quality JPG before checking them for final print preparation.