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pushing-the-senses
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November 27, 2024

Color display problem when exporting InDesign files to AdobeExpress

  • November 27, 2024
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Hi everyone,
I have a color display problem when exporting InDesign files to AdobeExpress.

 

Important first:
The export is done from an InDesign file that is created as a web file (RGB), contains only images in JPG and PNG format, which are also - without exception - in RGB mode; in addition, all colors used in the InDesign file are also created in RGB color mode.

 

Nevertheless, I get a very “flat” color representation in Adobe Express after the export (for example, no deep black, but one as if you were copying a 100K from a four-color separation into a file in RGB color mode).

 

If I then replace the images in AdobeExpress with the original image data that is also linked in the InDesign file, they are displayed correctly (in rich color).

 

 

 

What could be the problem here? I look forward to your answers.

 

Thank you and best regards

Christian.

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chaimaa.7
Community Manager
chaimaa.7Community Manager
Community Manager
November 28, 2024

Hello @pushing-the-senses. The issue seems to arise due to how colors and images are rendered when the file is exported from InDesign and imported into Adobe Express. Here are some potential solutions:

- Export as PNG or JPG: Ensure that the images are exported with high quality and the correct RGB color profile.

 -Embed Color Profile: During export, embed the sRGB color profile explicitly to maintain color consistency.

-Ensure all colors and swatches in InDesign use the sRGB profile instead of Adobe RGB or other profiles.

-Avoid using purely black (100% K) as it may appear lighter in web formats. Use a rich black mix like R: 0, G: 0, B: 0.

-Instead of exporting images directly, try exporting your InDesign file as a PDF for digital use and upload it to Adobe Express. This can sometimes preserve color integrity better.

Regards,

Chaimaa

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