Question 1

Matte or gloss finish, which is better?

Accepted Answer

A gloss finish gives colours a nice, shiny boost but can be a target for fingerprints. Matte is best for less vibrant colour schemes or monotone shots and should be picked for framing Large Prints because of its anti-glare finish. 7 x 5 matte photo prints won't show fingerprints and will play up the texture in an image with a subtle grain.

Question 2

Do I need to crop my images?

Accepted Answer

Image cropping comes into play when the aspect ratio of your phone or digital camera doesn't match the shape of the printing paper, and that happens quite often! Best case scenario you're shooting in 3:2, meaning the 7.5 x 5 Photo Prints will be the perfect fit for your images. If you're shooting in 4:3 you will need to crop your photos in the editor before placing your order. It's quick and easy and a great way to focus your images on the subject, making them even more appealing.

Question 3

What dimensions in pixels are best for printing 7 x 5 images?

Accepted Answer

The golden rule for printing is that your images should have a resolution of about 300 dpi (dots per inch). So for the dimensions of your 7 x 5 Photo Prints, you should aim for images of (7 x 300) x (5 x 300) = 2100 x 1500 dpi for optimum quality. Images that are just 3.15 megapixels means your phone or digital camera is perfect!

Question 4

How big is a 7 x 5 photo?

Accepted Answer

A 7 x 5 Photo Print is slightly bigger than a C6 envelope and about the same shape. Here's a handy way to visualise what these large Photo Prints actually look like. Nothing beats real life so why not order just a few to see if you like them?

Question 5

Can I print 7x5 inch photos on the app?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can (and it's really easy). Just log in to your Photobox account on the app and upload photos straight from your camera roll. Then they'll be ready to print from anywhere.