Keep 300 DPI when converting TIFF to JPG

Q: What’s the difference between DPI and pixels?

Pixels define the actual detail, while the DPI tag tells printers how large to render those pixels.

Q: Do JPEGs really store DPI?

Yes. The converter writes the DPI metadata back so layout apps pick it up.

Q: Will 16-bit or CMYK stay the same?

The output is sRGB 8-bit JPG for maximum compatibility. Expect minimal color shifts from CMYK.

Q: Best settings for print?

Multiply your print width in inches by 300 to set the long-edge pixel target, then keep DPI at 300.

Q: Why does the on-screen preview look small?

Screens display by pixels, not print DPI, so high-DPI assets can appear small during preview.

Print-friendly exports with pixel control

DPI is a metadata tag used by layout and print apps to relate pixels to physical size. This tool keeps the 300 DPI tag (or your source DPI) and lets you resize by long edge to hit your print targets.

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Drop or click to add TIFF files (300 DPI friendly)

.tif, .tiff · up to 200MB each

All conversions happen locally in your browser

Files never leave your device

Start with a sample or drop your own TIFFs

Want to test first? Download a sample TIFF set, then explore quality, resizing, EXIF control, and ZIP bundles.

How to keep 300 DPI

Drop your TIFF and check its DPI in the preview.
Keep original size or set a target long edge (e.g., 3600 px for 12" at 300 DPI).
Convert and export JPGs that retain the DPI tag.

The metadata tag stays intact while you still control pixel dimensions for print or layout work.

Why keep 300 DPI

Maintain 300 DPI metadata for publishing tools
Resize by pixels to control actual sharpness
Batch many pages and files consistently

Ideal for catalogs, packaging proofs, and any workflow where dimensions and DPI must align with print specs.

Print setup checklist

Double-check pixel dimensions against your layout grid, and keep a note of the DPI in your job ticket. The metadata is in place when your team imports the JPG.

TIFF vs JPG at a glance

Both formats use pixels, yet they shine in different scenarios. This snapshot helps you choose the right setting for the job.

Feature

TIFF

JPG

Compression

Lossless, larger output

Controllable lossy compression

Page support

Multi-page friendly

Single page (one JPEG per page)

Color spaces

RGB, CMYK, 16-bit

sRGB 8-bit (conversion handled here)

Best for

Production, archives, GIS, medical

Delivery, sharing, quick previews

Our CMYK notice keeps stakeholders aware of small color shifts when moving to sRGB so you can manage reviews or approvals with confidence.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the difference between DPI and pixels?

Pixels define detail; DPI tells printers how large to place those pixels.

Do JPEGs really store DPI?

Yes, the metadata tag is written. Some apps may default to 72 if they ignore it.

Will 16-bit or CMYK stay the same?

Output is sRGB 8-bit JPG for compatibility; expect small color shifts from CMYK.

Best settings for print?

Keep long edge large enough for your print size—multiply inches by 300 for high-quality output.

Why does the on-screen preview look small?

Screens ignore print DPI and display by pixels, so small previews are normal.

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