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MRmichaelg
MRmichaelg
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August 22, 2017
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Billboard poster

  • August 22, 2017
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Hi everyone!

I would like to design a billboard poster ± 10x3 m. I know, don't do that in Photoshop but the thing is I only got skills in Photoshop 😕😕 plus I don't have Indesign / Illustrator. Who can help me out?

Regards

Michael

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    Correct answer D Fosse

    Just set up a new document at 1000 x 300 cm.

    Set an appropriate resolution that your system can handle comfortably without kneeling. At 40 ppi the file weighs in at roughly 16 000 pixels long side. That's a big file, but should be manageable.

    40 ppi is plenty good enough for a banner this size. Someone will probably come along and tell you that you "need 300 ppi" - don't listen to them. The 300 ppi myth is the most sticky one in the business, and seemingly impossible to lay to rest.

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    D Fosse
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    D FosseCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
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    August 22, 2017

    Just set up a new document at 1000 x 300 cm.

    Set an appropriate resolution that your system can handle comfortably without kneeling. At 40 ppi the file weighs in at roughly 16 000 pixels long side. That's a big file, but should be manageable.

    40 ppi is plenty good enough for a banner this size. Someone will probably come along and tell you that you "need 300 ppi" - don't listen to them. The 300 ppi myth is the most sticky one in the business, and seemingly impossible to lay to rest.

    davescm
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    davescmCommunity Expert
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    August 22, 2017

    The 300 ppi myth is the most sticky one in the business, and seemingly impossible to lay to rest.

    ....and I thought it was " the cheque is in the post" !

    Dave

    D Fosse
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    D FosseCommunity Expert
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    August 22, 2017

    Nah, that doesn't work anymore, with internet banking and all - "what do you mean, you haven't got it - check your internet connection, it's probably stuck in a server in Croatia".

    My own favorite is "the dog ate my homework". I've been dying to use that, but never seem to get an opportunity.

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