CS6 - Hires Bitmap images are pixelated in PDF output
Hello all,
I am creating Frames and using the Placing high resolution bitmaps into these frames (e.g. 1000 pixel wide .png) and then using the Object/Fitting/Fit Object Proportionally function. I am using the highest resolution practical to ensure good quality when the PDF document is zoomed in.
Unfortunately, what I am observing is that the images only look okay at 100%. Zooming in just displayed a pixilated image.
I have checked for PDF downsampling so that isn't the issue. Any ideas?
Thank you
Thanks Peter,
>Just type a higher number inthe downsample to field in the dialog
I should have explained that I attempted manually changing the value but a dialog box appears... stating that I must use a value between 72 - 300 PPI.
>You can also set no compression, or Zip compression, which is lossless.
The only options I have are: JPEG, JPEG 2000, and Automatic. BTW, I am using the latest version of InDesign CC CS6.
Nevertheless, Export to PDF wasn't what I needed. All I needed to do was modify the PDF Printer's preferences for High Quality Print. Everything is good now.
Thanks to everyone.
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