Output for Print and Web Flashcards

Which color profile is most appropriate when preparing an image for offset printing on coated paper?

Answer: U.S. Web Coated (SWOP) v2

U.S. Web Coated (SWOP) v2 is the standard CMYK profile for offset printing on coated paper in the US.

When saving a JPEG for web use, what does the 'Optimize' checkbox do in the Save for Web dialog?

Answer: Creates the smallest file size for a given quality setting

The Optimize checkbox enables Huffman coding optimization, producing smaller JPEG file sizes at the same quality level.

A designer notices banding in a gradient when printing. What is the most likely cause?

Answer: The bit depth is 8-bit, limiting tonal transitions

8-bit images have only 256 tonal levels per channel, which can cause visible banding in smooth gradients when printed.

What is the purpose of the 'Bleed' setting when using Photoshop's Print dialog?

Answer: It extends image content beyond the trim edge to prevent white borders after cutting

Bleed extends artwork beyond the trim line so that after trimming, no unprinted white edges appear.

Which Photoshop feature allows you to preview how an image will look on a specific output device before printing?

Answer: Soft Proofing via View > Proof Colors

Soft Proofing simulates on screen how the image will appear when printed using a specified output profile.

When exporting an image as SVG from Photoshop for web use, which type of layer content exports best?

Answer: Shape layers with vector paths

Shape layers containing vector paths export cleanly as SVG because they are resolution-independent mathematical paths.

What does the 'Rendering Intent' setting control when converting between color profiles?

Answer: How out-of-gamut colors are mapped to the destination gamut

Rendering Intent determines the method used to translate colors that fall outside the destination color gamut.