Transparent PNG Files That Actually Print Clean | SJG LIVE
Export clean transparency, protect edge color, verify resolution and avoid the file problems that show up only after the transfer is printed.
What you'll learn
Remove background pixels cleanly
Keep enough resolution at final size
Inspect light and dark backgrounds
Reopen the production export
Work at final size
Set the intended output dimensions and confirm the raster artwork retains enough detail at that size.
Inspect transparency
Use contrasting backgrounds to reveal halos, stray pixels, soft selections, and hidden marks.
Export and reopen
Reopen the actual production file and repeat the size and edge check before sending it to print.
Tools used
Illustrator or Photoshop, Transparent PNG, Inspection backgrounds, Print-size reference
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