Dot Gain Calculator
Calculate dot gain values for print compensation curves.
Dot Parameters
50%
Printing Conditions
Dot Gain Analysis
Gain
+12%
50% → 62%
Recommended Compensation
-12%
RIP setting
Quality Level
Dot gain is within an acceptable range
Good
Full Tone Range Data
| Target % | Gain | Actual % | Comp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | +10% | 20% | -10% |
| 20% | +10% | 30% | -10% |
| 30% | +10% | 40% | -10% |
| 40% | +12% | 52% | -12% |
| 50% | +12% | 62% | -12% |
| 60% | +12% | 72% | -12% |
| 70% | +10% | 80% | -10% |
| 80% | +10% | 90% | -10% |
| 90% | +10% | 100% | -10% |
Professional Advice
✅ Check actual dot values regularly with a densitometer
🎯 Keep the pressroom stable at 20-25°C and 50-60% RH
💡 Recalibrate periodically using a standard test form such as IT8
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