Best JPG Quality Settings for Print
•7 min read•Printing
Practical, lab-tested JPG settings that look great on paper without ballooning file sizes.
Recommended settings
- Resolution (ppi): 300 ppi for small prints; 240 ppi acceptable for larger prints viewed at distance.
- JPEG quality: 85–92 (noticeably smaller yet visually lossless for most photos).
- Color profile: sRGB for consumer labs; Adobe RGB only if the lab supports it.
- Sharpening: Moderate output sharpening for the target size.
Common print sizes
| Size | Pixels @300ppi | Min Pixels @240ppi |
|---|---|---|
| 4×6 in | 1200×1800 | 960×1440 |
| 5×7 in | 1500×2100 | 1200×1680 |
| 8×10 in | 2400×3000 | 1920×2400 |
| 12×18 in | 3600×5400 | 2880×4320 |
Export clean JPGs, then print
Convert your photos to high‑quality JPG with sane defaults, ready for labs.