Tags: Dots per inch

DPI vs PPI: What You Need to Know to Achieve Sharp Prints

Trisha Olivar

Imagine you’ve just taken a beautiful sunset photo on your phone and want to print it to hang on your wall. As you prepare to print, you remember hearing about DPI and PPI—and you wonder why these terms matter for your photo’s quality.

Jun 04, 2025 • 8 min read

What is DPI in Printing and How It Affects Print Quality?

Trisha Olivar

Why do some prints look crisp and clear, while others turn out blurry or fuzzy, even when the file looks great on screen? One of the biggest factors that affects how clear and professional your prints look is the printing resolution, and that often comes down to something called DPI.

Jun 04, 2025 • 8 min read