Skip to main content
F
Fern157F
Known Participant
February 15, 2024
Answered

Best practices for converting images from RGB to CMYK

  • February 15, 2024
  • 2 replies
  • 2645 views

Hi! A client has sent me RGB images for a printed book. I'm wondering if Image> Mode > CMYK results in the highest quality or if there is another (better?) way to do this. Also, is there a way to convert the over 200 images as a batch action?

Thanks!

    This topic has been closed for replies.
    Correct answer Barranca

    You should definitely use Edit > Convert to Profile instead, and use the correct CMYK profile for your press in the Destination Space. Which one, it depends on who prints the job.

     

    To batch process it, record this into an Action and use File > Automation > Batch.

    HTH

     

     

     

    2 replies

    davescm
    Community Expert
    davescmCommunity Expert
    Community Expert
    February 15, 2024

    I would leave them in RGB (ensuring they have the correct RGB profile) place them into InDesign for the book layout and let InDesign handle the conversion to CMYK when producing a print ready PDF.  At that point you will need to know the specific CMYK profile required by the printing press.

     

    Dave

      NB, colourmanagement
      Community Expert
      NB, colourmanagementCommunity Expert
      Community Expert
      February 19, 2024

      @Fern157F As has been mentioned here it's vital that you use the correct CMYK ICC profile for the intended printing process. there is no "generic" CMYK - press processes differ significantly. 

       

      I hope this helps
      neil barstow, colourmanagement net - adobe forum volunteer - co-author: 'getting colour right'
      google me "neil barstow colourmanagement" for lots of free articles on colour management

        F
        Fern157FAuthor
        Known Participant
        February 19, 2024

        Thank you!

        B
        Adobe Employee
        BarrancaCorrect answer
        Adobe Employee
        February 15, 2024

        You should definitely use Edit > Convert to Profile instead, and use the correct CMYK profile for your press in the Destination Space. Which one, it depends on who prints the job.

         

        To batch process it, record this into an Action and use File > Automation > Batch.

        HTH

         

         

         

        Davide Barranca | Sr. Developer Relations Engineer @Adobe
          F
          Fern157FAuthor
          Known Participant
          February 15, 2024

          Thanks SO much. I had seen that suggestion elsewhere (and why I asked). I just requested profile settings from the vendor printing the job. 🙂

          Yes! Helps a lot!

          Terms & ConditionsAccessibility statement
          Using the community Terms of use Privacy Cookie preferences Do not sell or share my personal information ad choicesAdChoices