What is the proper resolution for scanning line art or text?
1200 dpi is the standard resolution for scanning these types of originals. • Why does a graphic image taken off the Web look ragged when printed? Graphics that are meant to be viewed over the Internet are typically saved in a low resolution format (such as .jpg or .gif) because this creates a small file size which allows for faster downloading. The resolution of these files is typically 72 dpi, which is an insufficient resolution for high quality printing. When there is a continuous-tone original available to scan, an image should be rendered at 300 dpi when it is intended to be used in a printed piece. This captures the maximum amount of detail. Also, if a graphic was originally created in a program such as Illustrator or Freehand, we would need that original file, not the one into which it was converted for the web. • Why cant I simply open a low resolution (i.e. 72 dpi) graphic in Photoshop and increase the resolution to 300 dpi if thats what you need? When an image is scanned at 72
