2/17/13

A File by Any Other Name.

File format some people may have issue opening different files when transferring to other computers or programs. Most photos are JPG, the most universal file, but when dealing with a Apple computer there is not an issue but it does sometimes happen when switching between the two "languages" of computers. 

JPG is a compressed file format and great for regular viewing and email. The file that may work is a TIFF a uncompressed file that keeps the layers in photoshop and tends to "travel" better when swapping files on flashdrives and discs, but it is much larger and tends not to fit on emails. JPG is best for emails and sending to companies to be printed. 

To change the File type simply open the photo you want to change in photoshop or the available program and do FILE >SAVE AS > CHOOSE THE FILE TYPE. In the drop down tab that has the current file type listed. 

Changing the actual size of the photo to be printed was brought up. If you send it to a printer like CVS they will size the photo to fit one of their standard sizes. Printing at home there is an option on most printers to fit to page. But if you want a exact size you can go to IMAGE > IMAGE SIZE and change it to the desired size.

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