Begin with the best version of the photograph
A print can reveal details that are easy to overlook on a phone. Start with the original exported photograph where possible, rather than a screenshot or a copy downloaded from a messaging app. A smaller file may have lost detail before it reaches the print shop.
Check that the image opens correctly and that its orientation is the way you want it to appear. Editing, restoration and retouching are not included in this print-only service, so make any intended changes before you upload the file.
Resolution depends on the size you choose
The same photograph can work well as a small print but show softness when enlarged. What matters is the number of useful image pixels spread over the intended printed area, as well as the sharpness of the photograph itself. Changing a resolution label does not create missing photographic detail.
Read the file guidance for the dimensions you select. A resolution warning is a reason to consider the source and viewing distance; it is not a claim that software can restore detail which was never captured. We do not promise to improve a low-resolution file automatically.
Keep the composition you intended
The ratio of the image may be different from the shape of a standard paper size. Decide whether you want the complete composition with surrounding space or a deliberately prepared crop. Important faces, lettering and edges should not disappear simply to fill a rectangle.
The order flow explains its supported fit and border choices. Any intentional crop should be prepared or agreed rather than hidden. Your photograph is not silently stretched out of proportion to fill the selected area.
Paper and presentation
Select the exact paper offered for your photograph. Surface appearance, texture and the way an image reflects room lighting can all affect how it looks. Do not assume that every named photographic or fine-art paper has the same finish, care requirements or longevity.
Your order is supplied as an unframed print. Mounting, framing, glazing, restoration and display installation are separate from this service. Postal dispatch and collection in Manchester by prior appointment are available as stated with your order.