Compress HEIC Images for Print
Print-ready images require higher resolution than web images. At 300 DPI, images must be much larger in pixel dimensions to produce sharp, professional-quality physical prints. High Efficiency Image Format — the default photo format on iPhones and modern Apple devices. Excellent compression. Use ImageSmith to compress your HEIC images to the ideal file size for Print — target under 50,000KB for optimal performance. Processing is fully browser-based — no server uploads, no privacy risk.
Recommended format
TIFF
Max file size
50,000KB
Dimensions
A4: 3508×4961 (300 DPI), Letter: 3300×2550 (300 DPI)
✓Print requires 300 DPI — an A4 page needs 3508×4961 pixels minimum
✓TIFF for lossless print-ready files, JPEG quality 95+ for compressed print files
✓Convert to CMYK color mode for professional commercial printing
✓Add 3mm bleed (extra image beyond the trim line) for printed materials