SVG vs PNG for Business Cards
Why SVG vector art prints razor-sharp on business cards while PNG can pixelate.
Print Sharpness
Business cards print at high DPI where every edge shows. SVG logos and text print perfectly crisp because they're vector; a low-resolution PNG can look fuzzy or pixelated on the final card.
- SVG logos print crisp at any print DPI
- PNG can pixelate if resolution is too low
- Vector text stays sharp at tiny sizes
Workflow with Printers
Most card printers prefer vector files like SVG, PDF, or AI for logos. Convert your logo to SVG to send print-ready art, and reserve PNG for any embedded photographic elements at 300+ DPI.
- Printers prefer vector logo art (SVG/PDF/AI)
- Convert raster logos to SVG before printing
- Use 300+ DPI PNG only for photo elements
Frequently Asked Questions
Do print shops accept SVG for business cards?
Many do, and most prefer vector art; if not, SVG converts cleanly to print-ready PDF or AI while keeping logos perfectly sharp.
Why does my PNG logo look blurry on cards?
PNG is fixed-resolution, so if it's not high enough DPI for the print size it appears blurry; converting the logo to SVG eliminates the problem.
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