Printing Raster in True Color - MapInfo_Pro - 2023

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By default, MapInfo Pro prints your 24-bit or higher raster or grid file images in true color when the image is 24-bit and the printer supports more than 256 colors. It uses a dither method when your image converts from 24-bit to 256 colors.

Dither is large-scale patterns in images, such as color banding. Dithering may occur when the Print Raster in True Color When Possible feature is disabled in MapInfo Pro or when the printer color depth is 256 colors or less. You would change the dither method from halftone to error diffusion when you want to enhance edges in an image or make text in images more readable.

The Print Raster in True Color When Possible feature is only necessary when working with a color printer.

To print your 24-bit raster or grid file images in true color:

  1. On the HOME tab, click Print.
  2. In the the Print dialog box, click the Advanced button.
  3. In the the Advanced Printing dialog box, select Print Raster in True Color When Possible to use 24-bit true color to print raster and grid images.

    This check box is selected by default. Clear this check box to turn off printing your 24-bit raster or grid file images in true color.

  4. From the Dither Method list, select either Halftone or Error diffusion.

    This option is only available after selecting Print Raster in True Color When Possible.

  5. Click OK to close the dialogs and proceed with printing.

The Advanced Printing dialog box overrides the default print settings for individual windows. To change the default print settings, on the PRO tab, click Options, and Output Settings.