From the Back Cover

Printing is part art, part science

Matching paper, ink, and printers is a bit complex. Beyond choosing a paper surface that’s best for your photo (glossy, matte, or other), you need to be sure your paper is compatible with the process used to transfer ink from your inkjet printer to your paper.
–From Chapter 5

Okay, you know how to take great digital photos. Isn’t it time you learned how to make great prints?

You worked hard to get those terrific shots. Why be disappointed because what comes out of your printer doesn’t look half as good as it did in the view-finder or on your screen?

Let PC Magazine help you get the best prints possible from your color printer. Inside, expert David Karlins teaches the little-known art of monitor calibration, how to choose the best paper for the job, how to match ink to paper, what you need to know about resolution and file sizes, and all the other ins and outs of getting great digital prints every time.

Learn the science and the artPick the right printer, and care for itMatch colors so what you see on your screen is what you printPrepare your images for printingChoose editing software that meets your needs and budgetSelect paper, inks, and coatingPrint your photos onlineCreate professional-quality printsPreserve photos through digital archivingPrint special items like T-shirts, transparencies, and DVDs

About the Author

David Karlins is a graphic design instructor at San Francisco State University. He has written several books on Web and print design and has managed digital printing projects ranging from gallery-quality posters to prints for framing.