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Topic 6 ยท Preparing your files
Vector vs bitmap
The short answerVector artwork scales to any size and stays sharp; bitmap artwork is made of pixels and blurs if enlarged too far.
The details
Think of vector artwork like a rubber band: stretch it bigger or smaller and it stays sharp. Use it for logos and text. Bitmap artwork is more like a mosaic: it looks great at the right size, but enlarge it too much and you see the individual pieces. Use high-resolution bitmaps for photographs and detailed artwork.
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Your logo goes on the cover and on a giant banner. Which file?
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