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- Why Microsoft Word Is Not Always the Best Choice for Printing ImagesMicrosoft Word is useful for documents, but it is not always the best choice for image printing. Free and low-cost graphics software can give better control over size, colour, and print quality.
- Sublimation Mug Press Settings: Why Too Much Heat, Time or Pressure Can Make Your Image Too Dark & Muddy.Our mug press test showed that too much heat, time and pressure can make sublimation transfers too dark. Lower settings produced a cleaner image closer to the screen result.
- Using Alternative Ink Types to Create a Bespoke Printer and Your Printer Warranty.
What is a bespoke Printer? Any printer that is being used in an application, or using a type of ink not intended, or supported by the printer manufacturer, can be considered as a… - Sublimation Printing – Ink & Transfer Paper Ratio Guide
When purchasing a sublimation printer bundle, it is important to check the amount of ink and transfer paper is included. Remember that ink and transfer paper are both consumables. Knowing how much transfer…
