At PRO LAB, we utilize state-of-the-art professional-grade printing technology with over 19 years of industry expertise. Our advanced digital printing infrastructure ensures every photo book meets the highest standards of clarity, vibrancy, and durability.

🎯 Our Advanced Printing Technology:

• Professional Digital Printing: High-resolution printing equipment capable of producing stunning, gallery-quality prints
• Fujifilm Crystal Archive Paper: Premium archival-grade silver halide photographic paper for exceptional color reproduction
• Epson Ultrachrome HD Inks: Fade-resistant, pigment-based inks with superior color gamut and longevity
• Color Calibration Systems: Regular calibration ensures consistent color accuracy across all prints
• Climate-Controlled Environment: Temperature and humidity controlled production facility for optimal print quality

Achieving accurate color reproduction is critical to photo printing. PRO LAB employs professional color management systems to ensure your prints match your expectations.

🔧 Our Color Management System:

• ICC Color Profiles: Industry-standard color profiles ensure consistent reproduction
• Regular Calibration: Printers and monitors are calibrated weekly using professional spectrophotometers
• Color-Accurate Displays: Our production team uses color-calibrated monitors for quality control
• Test Prints: Sample prints are produced daily to verify color accuracy



⚠️ Important: Monitor Display vs. Print

Why colors may appear different:

• Consumer monitors are often uncalibrated and display overly bright colors
• Screens emit light (RGB), while prints reflect light (some CMYK and some RGB) - different color gamuts
• Ambient lighting affects how you perceive printed colors
• Different devices (phone, laptop, tablet) show colors differently

Solution: Our professional printing systems are calibrated to industry standards. Your prints will have accurate, true-to-life colors that look natural in various lighting conditions.

The foundation of exceptional prints is premium paper. PRO LAB uses only the finest archival-grade materials designed for longevity and visual impact.

✨ Premium Material Benefits:

• Archival Quality: Acid-free, lignin-free paper resists yellowing and degradation
• Color Stability: Maintains color accuracy for 100+ years under proper storage
• Durability: Heavier weight paper resists tearing and warping
• Professional Finish: Smooth, consistent surface for optimal ink adhesion
• Touch & Feel: Luxurious texture that enhances the premium experience

Your memories deserve to last for generations. PRO LAB photo books are engineered for exceptional longevity using archival-grade materials and fade-resistant technologies.

🛡️ Longevity Features:

• 100+ Year Print Life: Pigment-based inks maintain color for over a century with proper storage
• Fade-Resistant Inks: Epson Ultrachrome HD inks resist fading from UV light and environmental factors
• Archival Paper: Fujifilm Crystal Archive paper is museum-quality and resists yellowing
• Professional Binding: Durable layflat and perfect binding methods last decades of regular use
• UV Protection: Inks and coatings provide natural UV resistance
• Moisture Resistance: Special coatings protect against humidity and environmental moisture

Care Instructions for Maximum Longevity:

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Keep away from heat sources and extreme temperature fluctuations
• Handle with clean, dry hands to avoid oils and moisture
• Display in areas with moderate lighting (avoid prolonged direct sunlight)
• Store flat or upright - avoid stacking heavy objects on top
• Keep in protective dust jackets or boxes when not in use

Understanding color spaces helps you prepare images for optimal print results.

🖥️ RGB vs CMYK - What You Need to Know:

RGB (Red, Green, Blue):

• Digital color model used by cameras, phones, and screens
• Wider color gamut (more vibrant colors on screens)
• ✓ Use RGB for uploading to PRO LAB
• Our system automatically converts to optimal print profiles

CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black):

• Print color model used by commercial printers
• Narrower color gamut (some screen colors can't be printed)
• Not recommended for customer uploads
• Our professional workflow handles conversion automatically

✅ Best Practices for Color:

• Upload in RGB: Always use RGB color space from your camera or photo editor
• Use sRGB Profile: Standard color space for web and photo sharing
• Avoid Over-Saturation: Extremely vibrant screen colors may print slightly darker
• Calibrate Your Monitor: For best results, use a calibrated display for editing
• Trust Our Process: Our color management system optimizes colors for printing

• DPI (Dots Per Inch): Print resolution standard - we print at 300 DPI for photographic quality
• Pixel Dimensions: Width x Height in pixels determines if your image can be printed sharply
• Formula: (Print Size in Inches) x 300 DPI = Required Pixel Dimensions
• Example: 8"x10" print needs 2400x3000 pixels minimum (8×300 = 2400, 10×300 = 3000)

Simple pre-upload editing can significantly improve your final print quality.

🎨 Recommended Adjustments:

• Exposure & Brightness:
  • Slightly brighten dark photos (prints tend to appear 5-10% darker than screen)
  • Recover blown highlights in overexposed images
  • Ensure faces are properly exposed
• Contrast:
  • Add slight contrast for impactful prints
  • Avoid excessive contrast that crushes shadows
• Sharpening:
  • Apply gentle sharpening (Amount: 80-120, Radius: 1.0)
  • Don't over-sharpen - creates visible artifacts
  • Sharpen at full resolution before saving
• Color Correction:
  • Correct white balance for natural-looking colors
  • Remove color casts (blue indoor lighting, orange sunset excess)
  • Ensure skin tones look natural
• Cropping:
  • Crop to improve composition
  • Remove distracting elements from edges
  • Ensure important subjects aren't cut off in layout

🚫 What NOT to Do:

• Don't apply excessive filters or heavy Instagram effects
• Don't over-sharpen images - creates halos and artifacts
• Don't use "enhance" buttons that over-process photos
• Don't enlarge or upscale small images artificially
• Don't convert to black & white unless intentional
• Don't save as low-quality JPEG - use maximum quality settings

Identifying and fixing these common problems before upload ensures the best print results.

Detailed technical information for professionals and quality-conscious customers:

Follow these essential steps for optimal results:

• Use High-Resolution Images: Minimum 300 DPI at print size (2400x2400 px for 8"x8" book)
• Upload Original Files: Use photos directly from your camera, not screenshots or heavily edited copies
• Check Resolution Warnings: Our AI flags low-resolution images - replace red-flagged photos
• Adjust Brightness: Slightly brighten dark photos before upload (prints appear 5-10% darker than screen)
• Use RGB Color Space: Save images in sRGB format for accurate color reproduction
• Save at Maximum Quality: Use highest JPEG quality (95-100%) or PNG format
• Review Preview: Carefully check the digital proof before ordering

Pro Tip: Upload the best quality images you have. Our advanced printing technology can only work with the quality you provide!

Colors will be accurate, but may appear different from uncalibrated screens. Here's why:

• Different Color Models: Screens emit light (RGB) while prints reflect light (CMYK/RGB) - fundamentally different color reproduction
• Monitor Variations: Consumer monitors are often uncalibrated and display overly bright, saturated colors
• Ambient Lighting: Room lighting affects how you perceive printed colors
• Professional Calibration: Our printing systems are professionally calibrated to industry standards

What to Expect:

• Colors will be accurate and true-to-life
• Prints may appear slightly less saturated than on bright screens
• Natural, balanced colors that look good in all lighting
• Professional color accuracy within ΔE < 2.0 tolerance

For Best Results: If you need exact color matching, consider using a calibrated monitor or order a test print to evaluate colors before ordering large quantities.

• Store in cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Avoid extreme temperatures and humidity
• Handle with clean, dry hands
• Display away from direct sunlight and heat sources
• Store flat or upright - don't stack heavy objects on top

Bottom Line: Your PRO LAB photo book is a genuine heirloom - built to preserve your memories for multiple generations!

Minimum 300 DPI at final print size, but higher is better!

Quick Reference Guide:

How to Check Your Photo Resolution:

• Windows: Right-click image → Properties → Details tab → look at Dimensions
• Mac: Right-click image → Get Info → More Info section → Dimensions
• iPhone: Use third-party apps like Photo Investigator
• PRO LAB Editor: Our AI automatically checks and flags low-resolution images

Common Sources & Their Resolutions:

• Modern Smartphones: 12-48 MP (3000x4000 to 6000x8000 px) ✓ Excellent
• DSLR/Mirrorless Cameras: 20-50 MP (4500x6000 to 7000x9000 px) ✓ Perfect
• Old Point-and-Shoot: 3-8 MP (1500x2000 to 2400x3200 px) ⚠️ Acceptable for smaller prints
• Screenshots: Variable, usually too low ✗ Not Recommended
• Social Media Downloads: Often compressed ✗ Use originals instead

Pro Tip: Always use original full-size images from your camera. Don't crop heavily or enlarge small photos - this reduces quality!

This is completely normal! Different devices display colors differently:

• Screen Technology: LCD, OLED, AMOLED all display colors differently
• Calibration: Most consumer devices aren't color-calibrated
• Brightness Settings: Higher brightness makes colors appear more vivid
• Viewing Angle: Colors shift when viewed from different angles
• Ambient Light: Room lighting affects color perception

Our Guarantee: PRO LAB prints are produced on professionally calibrated equipment to industry color standards. Your prints will have accurate, true-to-life colors regardless of how they appear on various screens.