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chelsilhobbs
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December 20, 2019
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Can't find DPI

  • December 20, 2019
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Hi,

 

I'm new to illustrator. I am trying to make a 20x10 graphic as well as a 10x10 graphic for a new booth for conventions. I read that I need to create it with 100 dpi... which template do I use? I don't see a DPI choice anywhere? Just points and pixels. 

 

Like I said VERY new... any help or pointers is appreciated!

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jdanek
Inspiring
December 21, 2019

Those specs are written using a common typographic error ( i.e., 100-120 DPI ).  Most large format inkjet printers use 600 DPI output resolution.  Given that, even the 100-120 PPI is a little high.  The common error ( and you see it everywhere, even here ) is DPI is output resolution, PPI is image resolution.  Your posters should be scaled to 1/4 final size.  Illustrator Raster Resolution should be set to "High" ( or 300 PPI, again even Adobe makes the error of DPI where it should be PPI ).  Images should be "Placed" and have a resolution of 300 PPI because the file will be enlarged 400% in the RIP ( or Print driver ).  Some high end Epsons may print in 1440 x 720 DPI.  That will make no diffference.  Post any other questions you may have.  My procedure is standard operating procedure.

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    chelsilhobbsAuthor
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    December 23, 2019

    Okay, so what should I be choosing here? Can you tell me the presets I need? Since you're offering help I will take it lol  The creative side I can figure out fine it's the set-up I'm worried about getting wrong.

    Monika Gause
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    Monika GauseCommunity Expert
    Community Expert
    December 20, 2019

    Just how will you be outputting that?

    Send a PDF to a printer? Preferred method for vector graphics

    Convert to pixels and send a raster graphic? Better look for a printer that accepts a PDF

     

    Illustrator files don't have a resolution. You design in the dimensions you will output. But plese give us an answer to what will be sent to the printing service.

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    chelsilhobbsAuthor
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    December 20, 2019

    This is what I was sent my the booth company. I  have been reading that illustrator is the  better program to use for booth graphics... is that true? Or should I be using photoshop?

     

    Monika Gause
    Community Expert
    Monika GauseCommunity Expert
    Community Expert
    December 20, 2019

    Since they accept PDF files, you're good with Illustrator. Just design what you need - 20x10 meters, centimeters?

     

    Note that there is a size limit in Illustrator, so when it's larger than about 6 meters you will have a problem and will need to work in scale.

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