In the workflow
Why Bayer dithering matters
Its regular texture can suit graphic work and broad fills, but the pattern may be visible in a photograph.
Practical check
How to evaluate it
Inspect the repeating matrix at normal viewing distance as well as 1:1. The regular texture should feel intentional rather than distracting from faces or fine photographic detail.
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Dithering for Laser Engraving: A Practical Guide
Understand how one-bit dithering represents photo tones, how common algorithms differ, and how to choose without processing the image twice.
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