Graphic Design & Production Support

Judging solely by the 72 DPI indicated on the file is insufficient. The suitability of a digital image for printing depends primarily on the number of pixels, the actual print size, image detail, and the printer's specifications. AI images cannot be universally assumed to be limited to 72 DPI. While this section uses the DPI specification commonly used in print deliveries, it's crucial to verify both the original image's pixel count and the final print size; relying solely on the resolution label is insufficient. If the pixel count is sufficient and the content is confirmed, AI materials can be incorporated into the print design; otherwise, resizing, retouching, enlarging, or re-producing the image must be evaluated.

It won't automatically become clearer. Modifying only the resolution value without resampling won't increase pixels or original details; at the same pixel count, increasing DPI will reduce the corresponding print size. Resampling or AI magnification may increase pixels, but it cannot guarantee the restoration of true details. Designers still need to check edges, textures, products, and text, and remake if necessary.

The actual size, printing method, viewing distance, paper material, and printing plant requirements need to be confirmed. For DMs and catalogs intended for close-range reading, an effective DPI of 300 is often the planning target; 200 DPI cannot be universally considered sufficient or insufficient, and large long-distance billboards may also use different specifications. If the image is enlarged after being placed on the page, the effective DPI will decrease; one should not rely solely on the original file's DPI value.

We check final size, effective resolution, image detail, fonts, logos, color settings, bleed, safe areas, and print-ready PDFs. Whether a file needs upscaling, compositing, redrawing, or proofing depends on the source material and your printer’s requirements. Some low-resolution images need to be recreated; extra production, proofing, and printing are quoted separately.

Licensed images refer to the source of materials and the licensing method; the designer's creation involves planning, image selection, composition, compositing, layout, and proofreading; AI is the production tool. These three are not mutually exclusive. DFocus evaluates legal materials and production methods based on their intended use, focusing on whether the final content is accurate, aligns with the brand, is editable, and suitable for the intended delivery, rather than simply looking at which tool the image was generated from.

If it is essential to faithfully represent the actual products, packaging, location, or team members, then the actual photos and original data confirmed by the company should prevail; general image libraries cannot replace real product photos. AI can generate concepts and scenarios, but specific appearances, numbers, traditional Chinese characters, and details still need to be checked item by item. Formal copy, prices, and trademarks should be independently formatted using the correct files provided by the company, avoiding the direct use of unproofread generated images as final files.

A designer's strength lies in translating aesthetics into visuals that align with business goals: arranging composition, color, typography, and white space according to the target audience, and maintaining brand consistency in monthly materials. Licensed images provide a selection of materials, and AI can assist in exploration; ultimately, professional judgment, manual editing, and proofreading are still necessary. The "Designer Advantages" label in the comparison table refers to these specific service values, not a quantitative competition result of all works or all tools.

First, confirm the trademark, main color, font and authorization, layout rules, copywriting tone and reference style, and then arrange the series design according to different activities. If using AI materials, it is also necessary to compare the characters, lighting, colors and product details, and have them proofread by a person. Confirming the size, quantity, modification and editable file delivery range before work begins is helpful for subsequent expansion, but does not mean that all materials or original files can be delivered without restrictions.

The speed of concept generation is not the entirety of the cost of the final commercial draft. Businesses still need to confirm information and authorization, organize materials, ensure correct text layout, extend to different sizes, conform to print or platform specifications, and arrange revisions. If it's just an internal proposal draft, AI may be sufficient; if continuous external marketing and brand consistency are required, a designer can be considered for comprehensive production. Monthly fees are determined based on workload and delivery scope, and do not automatically result in unlimited drafts simply by using a particular tool.

Based on requirements, an assessment can be conducted. For example, the product appearance can be preserved using real product images provided by the client and which the client has the right to use, combined with legally sourced or commercially usable backgrounds, and then the designer can composite, layout, and proofread the images. The usage conditions of each material and AI platform must be confirmed; not all AI platforms, solutions, or generated results offer the same level of protection. People, trademarks, product details, and situations that could easily cause confusion need to be specially verified, and the actual implementation method will be discussed during the requirements and design confirmation process.

These names lack consistent market standards. Graphic design often focuses on copywriting and layout, while graphic design may involve adjustments to existing materials; the scope of collaboration should be confirmed through a work list, delivery format, and schedule.

Product image layout, size adjustments, and event photos can be discussed. Extensive background removal, retouching, compositing, or photography requires further confirmation regarding material quality, workload, and whether it should be included in the plan.

Design and printing should be confirmed separately. Paper material, print run, proofing, processing, and shipping will affect the cost and should not be assumed to be included in the monthly design fee.

The size, resolution, color mode, and bleed settings of online and print files may differ. If both applications require the files, please specify in advance and prepare the files according to the printing plant's specifications.

For each request, please provide the purpose, target audience, size, expected usage time, confirmed copy, and suggested directions, and submit your feedback through a unified platform. Confirming the content first, then adjusting the layout details, will help reduce rework.