In the workflow
Why Tonal range matters
A useful engraving file separates important regions within the smaller range the material and process can reproduce.
Practical check
How to evaluate it
Identify the lightest and darkest details that must remain readable. Adjust the source so those features occupy distinguishable values before conversion to a dot pattern.
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How to Prepare a Photo for Laser Engraving
A complete, machine-neutral workflow for choosing, cropping, tuning, dithering, sizing, inspecting, and testing a laser engraving photo.
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