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Quality & Troubleshooting
Color Gamut
The total range of colors that a DTF printer can reproduce. A wider color gamut means more vibrant and diverse colors. Gamut is determined by the ink formulation, printhead technology, and film coating. CMYK+W typically covers a smaller gamut than RGB displays.
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Materials & Consumables
CMYK
The four-color ink system used in DTF printing: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black). Combined with a white ink channel, DTF printers use CMYK+W to reproduce full-color designs. CMYK layers are printed first, followed by the white underbase.
Software & Digital
Color Management
The system of controls and profiles that ensures consistent, accurate color reproduction from screen to print. In DTF, color management involves monitor calibration, ICC profiles, ink density settings, and RIP software configuration.