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The RGB/CMYK Conversion: How Do I Get My Print Output to Match the Colors on My Monitor?

We'll cover five best practices for graphic designers as they transition between screen and paper in order to optimize final color quality and accuracy. 

It’s a classic, often frightening, tale in the world of print and graphic design: You’ve spent an enormous amount of effort into a design project — why doesn’t your finished product match what you’re seeing on the screen?

Print technology has evolved tremendously in a relatively short amount of time. The advent of digital print devices has created the capability to do more with less than ever before. But at the same time, a considerable knowledge gap still exists between graphic designers utilizing RGB input at the start line of the design process, and the necessity of CMYK output at the finish.

How does one bridge that gap? 

Topics: Color Printing Office Equipment Production Print You Ask, We Answer G7

We've Got Several Desktop Printers in Our Office. Can We Cut Costs with a Single Multi-Function Copier?

By taking a hard look at several print variables, and comparing the numbers, you can potentially cut costs considerably with a single Multi-Function device.

Ever heard of the Razor and Blades Business Model? 

Wikipedia describes it as an item being sold at a low price in order to increase sales of a complementary component to that item… i.e., razor blades, i.e. consumable supplies.

The costs associated with a single function desktop printer can be a lot like the Razor and Blades Model.

Topics: Color Printing Office Equipment Print Management You Ask, We Answer