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Print Resolution Calculator

Calculate required DPI and pixel dimensions from print size and viewing distance.

Inputs

in
in
ft

Results

Required DPI

1,719

Width (pixels)13,752
Height (pixels)17,190
Megapixels Needed236.4 MP
How to Use This Calculator
  1. Enter the Print Width and Print Height in inches for the final output size.
  2. Enter the Viewing Distance in feet — larger prints at longer distances need fewer DPI.
  3. Review Required DPI for optimal print quality at that viewing distance.
  4. Check Total Pixel Width, Height, and Megapixels Needed to verify your source file has enough resolution.
  5. Use the DPI requirement to set up your file correctly in Photoshop, Lightroom, or print RIP software.

How the result changes with Viewing Distance

Viewing DistanceRequired DPI
10344
3598
6553
9038

What each input means

Print Width
Width of the printed output in inches.
Print Height
Height of the printed output in inches.
Viewing Distance
Expected distance viewers will be from the print.

How this is calculated

Worked example, using the default values

  1. Identify Input Parameters
    Print Width = 8, Print Height = 10, Viewing Distance = 2 = 3 input(s) provided
  2. Calculate Required DPI
    Required DPI
    1719 = 1719
  3. Calculate Width
    Width
    13752 = 13752
  4. Calculate Height
    Height
    17190 = 17190

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