Dot Gain Calculator

Calculate expected dot gain.

Enter the film/file dot % value for this calculation.
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Enter the paper (1=coated, 2=uncoated, 3=news) value for this calculation.
Enter the press (1=sheet, 2=web, 3=flexo) value for this calculation.

Results

Expected Dot Gain:
Calculated expected dot gain based on your inputs.
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Printed Dot:
Calculated printed dot based on your inputs.
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Curve Compensation:
Calculated curve compensation based on your inputs.
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Reference: SWOP/GRACoL Standards. Dot gain compensation curves.