How to use Print Calculator
Analyze image DPI and calculate print sizes for textile production. Check if your image is print-ready.
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Options & Settings
| Setting | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tabs | Tabs | Analysis, Sizes and Tools. Sizes holds the three size tables below. AnalysisSizesTools |
| DPI | Presets | The DPI to calculate print sizes at. It starts from the DPI embedded in the file. 72 Screen150 Fabric300 Fine600 Silk |
| Print Size at Different DPI | Read-only | The print size in inches and centimetres at 72, 150, 200, 300 and 600 DPI. |
| Textile Print (200 DPI) | Read-only | Which common textile sizes the image covers at 200 DPI. Small Motif (2")Medium Motif (4")Large Motif (8")Panel (12")Full Width (44") |
| Paper Size Compatibility | Read-only | Whether the image fills paper sizes from A4 to a 24×36 poster at the DPI you chose. |
| Ink Coverage Estimate | Button | Calculate Ink Coverage estimates how much of the design is covered by ink. |
| Metadata Display | Auto | Shows: Title, Description, Creator, Copyright, Keywords, Date, Software, Color Space |
| EXIF Reading | Auto | Automatically reads embedded EXIF data from uploaded images. |
When to Use
- Checking if an image has sufficient resolution for print
- Calculating maximum print size at various DPI settings
- Reading embedded metadata from client-provided files
Pro Tips
Fabric usually prints at 150 DPI; use 300 for paper proofs and fine detail.
Run this tool first to see current quality. If it shows poor at target size, use AI Image Upscaler to upscale.
EXIF data can reveal creator info and copyright - useful when sourcing designs from unknown origins.
How do I…
How do I check whether an image is big enough to print?
Upload it and open Sizes. You see the print size in inches and centimetres at 72, 150, 200, 300 and 600 DPI, and which common textile sizes it covers at 200 DPI.
What DPI should I check at for fabric?
Fabric usually prints at 150 DPI. Use 300 for paper proofs and fine detail.
How do I estimate ink coverage?
Click Calculate Ink Coverage to estimate how much of the design is covered by ink.
What to Expect
Best Results
- Files with embedded DPI metadata
- Original camera/software EXIF intact
- Uncompressed or lightly compressed files
- PNG or TIFF with metadata preservation
Limited Results
- Files with stripped metadata
- Heavily re-saved JPEGs
- Screenshots (no original metadata)
- Social media downloads (metadata removed)
Real-World Examples
Print Readiness Check
A designer receives a pattern file from a client and needs to verify if it's suitable for 300 DPI printing at 12" repeat size before starting work. Input: Pattern file: 1500×1500px, unknown DPI and print potential. Analysis: Max print: 5" @ 300 DPI, needs upscaling for 12" target. Settings: Target: 300 DPI, Panel size.
Copyright Verification
A sourcing manager receives design files from an unknown vendor. They need to check metadata for creator info and copyright before production. Input: JPEG file from vendor, origin unknown. Metadata Found: Creator: Stock Agency XYZ, copyright notice visible. Settings: EXIF reading enabled.
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