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File formats & quality (Desktop, FAQ)

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Product: Deep Art Effects Desktop
Section: Saving & Export

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Supported export formats

  • PNG — lossless compression; suitable for web and print when you need clean edges or transparency.
  • JPEG — lossy compression; good balance of size and quality for photos and non‑transparent images.
  • TIFF — lossless; recommended for archiving or when you plan additional editing in external apps.

Tip: If you plan to composite or keep a master copy, export a lossless file first (PNG or TIFF), then create a web‑friendly JPEG from that master.

Transparency (alpha channel)

  • PNG supports transparency by default.
  • TIFF can include an alpha channel depending on the options shown in your OS save dialog.
  • JPEG does not support transparency — use PNG or TIFF if you need a transparent background.

Quality & file size tips

  • Start higher, then compress: Export a lossless PNG/TIFF as your working copy; derive smaller JPEGs for sharing.
  • Avoid repeated JPEG saves: Each save adds compression artifacts — keep a lossless master.
  • Large outputs: If a very high‑resolution export fails, try saving to PNG/TIFF first and move it to another drive if space is tight.

DPI notes (printing vs. screen)

  • DPI affects print scaling, not on‑screen sharpness.
  • For screen use, pixel dimensions matter most (e.g., 2000 × 2000).
  • For print, choose a DPI value appropriate to your print size; the pixel dimensions should match the intended print resolution.

FAQ

  • Which format should I use for the web?
    Use JPEG for non‑transparent images; use PNG if you need crisp edges or transparency.
  • How do I keep maximum quality for editing later?
    Save a TIFF (or PNG) as your master, then export smaller JPEGs as needed.
  • Why is my JPEG export large?
    Lower the quality slider slightly or reduce pixel dimensions for sharing.

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