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Key concept: Resolution

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Created:
15 May 2010
User Level:
Beginner
Products:
Photoshop CS5 or later
Lightroom 3 or later

Resolution

The amount of detail in an image. Digital images are measured by the number of pixels per inch (ppi). For printing, resolution is measured by the number of dots printed in a linear inch (dpi). The higher the resolution, the larger the file size.

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The resolution of the top image is 60 pixels per inch (ppi). The resolution of the bottom image is 240 pixels per inch (ppi). To create more detailed images, increase the resolution setting in your camera.

Photoshop tools

Tools used to determine resolution

Tools used to change pixel (screen) or print dimensions

Lightroom tools

Tools used to change pixel dimensions

Tools used to change print dimensions


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