Image Resolution & Print Size
Check PPI, pixels, megapixels, aspect ratio and whether artwork has enough resolution for its intended print size.
28 working tools27 supporting guides
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Use the actual job values first. Technical explanation and source context follow the calculation.
Can I Print This?Inspect an image locally and compare its pixel dimensions with a target print size.300 PPI Print Size CalculatorCalculate the physical print size of an image at 300 PPI.240 PPI Print Size CalculatorCalculate the physical print size of an image at 240 PPI.200 PPI Print Size CalculatorCalculate the physical print size of an image at 200 PPI.150 PPI Print Size CalculatorCalculate the physical print size of an image at 150 PPI.PPI CalculatorCalculate effective pixels per inch at a chosen physical print size.DPI vs PPI Print CalculatorCalculate image PPI for a print and explain why printer DPI and image PPI are different measurements.Pixels to Print Size CalculatorConvert pixel dimensions into physical print dimensions at any PPI.Print Size to Pixels CalculatorCalculate the pixel dimensions needed for a chosen print size and PPI.Maximum Print Size CalculatorFind the maximum physical size at a selected PPI without resampling.Required Resolution CalculatorWork out the minimum pixel dimensions for a target size and PPI.Photo Print Size CalculatorCheck effective PPI for a photograph at the print dimensions you want.Poster Resolution CalculatorCheck the effective PPI of poster artwork at final size.Canvas Print Resolution CalculatorEstimate effective PPI for a canvas print before ordering.Banner Resolution CalculatorCalculate image PPI for a banner and compare it with the viewing conditions you expect.Viewing Distance Resolution PlannerEstimate a practical resolution range from viewing distance and print size.Megapixels to Print Size CalculatorEstimate pixel dimensions and print size from megapixels and aspect ratio.Print Size to Megapixels CalculatorEstimate how many megapixels are required for a chosen print size and PPI.Pixels to Inches CalculatorConvert a pixel count to inches at a selected PPI. Use it to translate digital pixel information into a physical print decision before resizing or ordering.Pixels to Centimeters CalculatorConvert pixels to centimeters at a selected PPI. Use it to translate digital pixel information into a physical print decision before resizing or ordering.Inches to Pixels CalculatorConvert inches to pixels at a selected PPI. Use it to translate digital pixel information into a physical print decision before resizing or ordering.Centimeters to Pixels CalculatorConvert centimeters to pixels at a selected PPI. Use it to translate digital pixel information into a physical print decision before resizing or ordering.Image Scaling Percentage CalculatorCalculate how much an image or layout is being enlarged or reduced.Upscale Requirement CalculatorCalculate how much additional pixel resolution would be required to hit a target print size and PPI.Aspect Ratio CalculatorReduce width and height to a practical aspect ratio and show orientation.Image Crop Percentage CalculatorEstimate how much image area is lost when cropping one aspect ratio to another.Print Enlargement CalculatorCalculate the enlargement percentage between two physical print sizes.Print Reduction CalculatorCalculate the scale percentage when reducing artwork to a smaller size.
Common questions and production problems
Why does my image look blurry when printed?→Is 300 PPI always required for printing?→What is the difference between DPI and PPI?→How large can I print a 4000 x 3000 image?→How many pixels do I need for an 8 x 10 print?→How many pixels do I need for a 24 x 36 poster?→Why does changing PPI change print size?→Should I upscale an image before printing?→How does viewing distance affect print resolution?→How do I crop a photo without changing its aspect ratio?→Best PPI for photo prints→Best PPI for posters→How to prepare raster artwork for large format printing→How to use 240 PPI Print Size in a real print workflow→How to use 200 PPI Print Size in a real print workflow→How to use 150 PPI Print Size in a real print workflow→How to use Required Resolution in a real print workflow→How to use Canvas Print Resolution in a real print workflow→How to use Megapixels to Print Size in a real print workflow→How to use Print Size to Megapixels in a real print workflow→How to use Pixels to Inches in a real print workflow→How to use Pixels to Centimeters in a real print workflow→How to use Inches to Pixels in a real print workflow→How to use Centimeters to Pixels in a real print workflow→How to use Image Scaling Percentage in a real print workflow→How to use Print Enlargement in a real print workflow→How to use Print Reduction in a real print workflow→