How to print large format by yourself! Explain the advantages and disadvantages!
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PHOTOPRI（フォトプリ）
プロ品質の写真プリントサービス
「PHOTOPRI（フォトプリ）」は、写真展クオリティのプリントを提供する専門店です。一枚一枚の色を丁寧に調整し、30種類以上の用紙から最適なものを提案。あなたの作品が持つ魅力を最大限に引き出すお手伝いをします。大切な作品を、最高の形で残しませんか？
My name is Matsumura , and I am the representative of PHOTOPRI , a large-format printing service with exhibition-quality printing.
I also work as a professional photographer.
This time, we will explain how to print large-format documents yourself , as well as the advantages and disadvantages !
What is large format printing?
Originally, this was a genre of printing that was often used for promotion in the advertising industry, and printing of sizes larger than A2 (420mm x 594mm) is often referred to as large-format printing.
For more information → What is large format printing?
How to print large format prints yourself
Do you have a rough idea of what large-format printing is?
Next, we will show you how to print.
There are two ways to print by yourself.
- Buy your own large format printer
- Use a self-service large-format printing service
I will explain each one!
Buy your own large format printer
As explained above, large-format printing refers to sizes A2 and above, but manufacturers have released printers for home use for A2 to A1 sizes for around 100,000 yen .
I've included a few links below, so if you can work it out within your budget, please consider them!
Use a self-service large-format printing service
No, no, I can't afford to pay 100,000 yen for a printer...
You can print cheaply on a large format printer by using self-service large format printing services such as Kinko's (https://www.kinkos.co.jp/)!
You can go to the store and operate the printer yourself to print.
Prices vary depending on the paper, but all services are reasonably priced at around 3,000 yen for A1 size!
PHOTOPRI , which runs this blog, accepts large-format printing orders by simply sending the data, rather than having to do it yourself.
The benefits of self-printing large format prints
The biggest advantage is that you can check the color yourself while printing .
If you send it to a printing service, it will take a long time to deliver, and if it doesn't turn out as you imagined , it will take time to reprint it.
By printing large formats yourself, you can check the colors as you print, and if you make a mistake you can print again immediately, so it's reassuring when the deadline is approaching!
Disadvantages of printing large format documents yourself
The biggest disadvantage is that unless you are used to it, you may fold or scratch the printed paper when handling it.
When printing in large format, the finished product is large enough that you can hold both ends with both hands outstretched, but if you're not used to it, you'll end up folding the paper right away...
In the end, you may have to resubmit the item and it may cost twice as much .
Other than that,
If you are buying your own printer
→ Costs increase even after purchase due to the high cost of ink etc.
For those using the self-service large-format printing service
→ Since you will be using a machine that you are not familiar with, mistakes in printing settings are inevitable.
Possible reasons include:
summary
I have explained how to print large-format documents yourself, but I don't think I can recommend this to anyone other than those who are already familiar with it.
In particular, the price of self-service large-format printing services is not that different from online printing, so unless you are tight on deadline, it is better to leave large-format printing to a trusted professional .
If you frequently use large-format printing, you may want to consider purchasing your own printer.
However, it can be expensive, as you need to purchase 9 colors for 5,000 yen each , so make sure you calculate whether it will be profitable before purchasing!
Up to free trial print
PHOTOPRI is a large-format printing service with the quality of a photo exhibition or art exhibition, and can handle prints up to B0 Nobi size. Our professional staff, including myself, use expert color matching to create beautiful, high-resolution photos, illustrations, and posters.
A1 size starting from about 4,270 yen , it's reasonable considering the quality, so please consider it if you're interested!
We also offer trial printing , so please check the quality first!
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PHOTOPRI（フォトプリ）
プロ品質の写真プリントサービス
「PHOTOPRI（フォトプリ）」は、写真展クオリティのプリントを提供する専門店です。一枚一枚の色を丁寧に調整し、30種類以上の用紙から最適なものを提案。あなたの作品が持つ魅力を最大限に引き出すお手伝いをします。大切な作品を、最高の形で残しませんか？
