PDF basics
PDF DPI Explained: How to Choose 72, 150, or 300 DPI
Understand how PDF image resolution affects print detail and file size, and choose a setting based on the document’s intended use.
What does DPI mean in a PDF?
DPI describes how many image dots are placed in each inch when printed. In a PDF workflow, the resolution setting affects rasterized or embedded image content; vector shapes and text can remain crisp when scaled.
When is 72 DPI useful?
A lower resolution such as 72 DPI can be suitable for screen-first previews or lightweight sharing when the PDF is not intended for detailed print. Fine details and photos may look soft if the document is printed large.
When should you use 150 or 300 DPI?
Intermediate resolution can balance detail and file size for some documents. 300 DPI is commonly requested for high-quality print work, but the correct setting depends on the image, reproduction size, and print process. Follow your printer’s specification; prepress workflows may have their own requirements.
Choose resolution for the actual destination
Turbo PDF Exporter & Compressor offers 72, 150, and 300 DPI settings. Select a setting for the intended output, then inspect image detail and file size in the exported PDF. Ask the print provider if you are unsure.
Want to try it in your own Figma workflow?
Choose PDF resolution in Turbo PDF Exporter & CompressorView the plugin on Figma Community: Turbo PDF Exporter & Compressor