If you want to print high-quality photographs, DPI or dots per inch is one of the essential parameters to take into account. DPI optimization affects the clarity and quality of the photo you are printing.
If you want to learn how to change DPI in Photoshop, look no further. In this article, we’ll show you how to do this in several ways and discuss what you need to keep in mind when working with DPI.
How to Change DPI in Photoshop Elements
- Open the desired image in Photoshop.
- Tap Image in it Photoshop Elements menu.
- Tap Change the size.
- Tap Image size.
- If you want to change the size or resolution of the image and change the number of pixels, check the box labeled Image resampling. If you do not want to change the number of pixels, leave the checkbox unchecked.
- Enter the desired amount of DPI in Resolution.
- Tap OK.
Can I change the DPI in Photoshop Express?
Unfortunately, if you have the Photoshop Express app, you won’t be able to change the DPI. You can adjust the size of your image and select the preferred quality, but the app does not allow you to change DPI.
How to Change DPI in Photoshop on an iPad
- Open the desired image in Photoshop.
- Tap the gear icon to open the Document properties eyelash.
- Tap Image size.
- Low Resolutionenter the desired amount of DPI.
- Tap OK.
How to change DPI in Photoshop without resizing
- Open the desired image in Photoshop.
- Tap Image in the Photoshop menu.
- Tap Change the size.
- Tap Image size.
- Make sure the Image resampling the checkbox is not checked.
- Change the DPI on Resolution.
- Tap OK.
The image size and number of pixels will remain the same, while the image height and width will change accordingly.
How to change DPI during a Photoshop export
Photoshop has several options for saving and exporting your images. Among others, you have the option “Export as”. It is important to note that Adobe created the default resolution for exporting 72 DPI. If you change the resolution of an image to 300 DPI and press “Export As” to save it, the resolution will automatically change to 72 DPI. This happens because the “Export As” option removes the image metadata.
Since the DPI amount only matters when you print the image, Adobe assumes that you will use the “Export As” option for the web only. That is why it is better to use the Save as option when changing the DPI in Photoshop.
Additional FAQs
Is DPI the same as PPI?
DPI is not the same as PPI. DPI, or dots per inch, is the number of dots per inch printed when printing with a printer. It is used to describe how many dots of ink a printer places on paper to create an image.
PPI, or pixels per inch, is the number of pixels in one inch of an image displayed on a monitor. PPI is used to prepare images for printing.
These two terms are often used interchangeably for various reasons. Firstly, although PPI refers to an image on the screen, it can affect the quality of the printed image. If an image contains fewer pixels, it will not have much detail and the quality will be reduced. The more pixels, the better. Secondly, both DPI and PPI are related to image clarity. DPI is how the image looks when printed and PPI is how the image looks on the screen.
While PPI affects the quality of the printed image, DPI does not affect the quality of the on-screen image in any way. It only refers to the quality of the image when it is printed.
Therefore, when we say we are changing the DPI in Photoshop, we are actually changing the PPI which affects the printed image and is transformed to DPI after printing.
Why would you want to change the DPI?
Since DPI is related to the printed image, changing and optimizing it affects the clarity and quality of your image. By changing it, you prevent your images from becoming blurry, blurry and unclear. If your image is set to print at the correct DPI, you will get an image with smooth transitions, clear edges, and more details.
DPI is especially important if you are a designer, photographer, architect, or work with high-quality images.
What is the optimal DPI?
The optimal DPI for images viewed only on screens is 72. If you do not want to print your image, there is no need to change the DPI as it does not affect the quality of the image on the screen. What’s more, changing the DPI can only enlarge the image, making it difficult to load.
If you are printing your image and want it in high resolution, the image must be at least 300 DPI.
Make your image crystal clear
Optimizing DPI and PPI directly affects the clarity and quality of your image. Learning how to change DPI in Photoshop is easy and requires no prior experience working with the program. If you don’t have Photoshop, you can use one of the free online tools to change the DPI to ensure your photos are at their best quality.
Do you often adjust the DPI? What program/tool do you use? Tell us in the comments p below.
