How to get a high quality design file? – Completeful

1. Choose the Right Resolution (Pixels & DPI)

DPI (Dots Per Inch): DPI mainly affects print quality, not digital displays.
- For digital use: 72 DPI (standard screen resolution).
- For high-quality prints: 300 DPI or higher.
Pixel Dimensions:
- Higher pixel dimensions = sharper images.
- Example: A 2000 × 2000 px image at 300 DPI will look crisp in print and digital.

2. Set Up Your Canvas Correctly

Use Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, GIMP, or other professional tools.
When creating a new file, set:
- Resolution: 300 DPI for print, 72 DPI for web.
- Canvas Size: Large enough to avoid pixilation when resizing.
- Color Mode: RGB for digital, CMYK for print.

3. Work with High-Resolution Elements

Avoid small, low-res images in your design.
Use vector graphics (AI, SVG) when possible for scalability.
If working with raster images, ensure they are at least 2x the intended display size.

4. Save as PNG with High Quality

Why PNG? Supports transparency, lossless compression, and retains detail.
Exporting Tips:
- In Photoshop: File → Export → Save for Web (PNG-24).
- Avoid PNG-8 (lower quality).
- Use compression tools like TinyPNG to reduce file size without losing quality.

5. Avoid Pixilation & Artifacts

Don't resize small images to make them bigger; this causes pixilation.
Always design at the highest needed resolution, then scale down if necessary.
Use anti-aliasing to smooth out edges of text and graphics.

6. Optimize for Web & Performance

Large PNG files can slow down websites. Optimize them by:
- Using TinyPNG or Squoosh to compress without visible quality loss.
- Converting to WebP for web use (smaller file size, same quality).

7. Test Before Finalizing

View your design at 100% zoom to check for pixilation.
If for print, print a sample to check clarity and colors.
If for web, test on different screens/devices to ensure sharpness.

Key Takeaways

✅ Use high pixel dimensions (e.g., 2000px+ width).
✅ Set DPI to 300 for print, 72 for web.
✅ Export as PNG-24 for best quality.
✅ Optimize with compression tools for web.
✅ Always design larger than needed, then scale down.

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