These days, you have lots of options for printing digital photos. For example, you can make a few quick
prints using a home photo printer, visit a retail location and get prints while you shop, or order your
prints from Snapfish, HP's online photo service.
Which option is best?
With all these choices, you might wonder which is your best bet. The answer will differ depending on your specific needs.
Here are some guidelines:
Use a home photo printer when:
You need a few prints or a small batch of prints
You need the prints immediately
You want to make minor edits to the photos without a PC
You don't want to use a PC
Use the retail option when:
You're shopping at a store with an HP Photosmart Express or HP Photosmart Studio kiosk
You don't mind waiting for your photos while you shop
You're purchasing photo products only available at retail locations, such as photo collages or 12" x 12" albums
Order online from Snapfish when:
You have a big batch of photos to print
You'd like your photos delivered to your door
You don't have a home photo printer
You'd prefer the convenience of ordering online
You'd like to order custom photo gifts such as calendars and mugs
You want the lowest cost option at 12 cents per print
You want to easily share your photos with others
Snapfish, an excellent alternative, provides high-quality prints
for only 12 cents each. And Snapfish provides online photo sharing, too. If you think Snapfish might be a good option
for you, we'll show you how easy it is to get your pictures delivered to your door.
Snapfish offers free, unlimited storage of online photos, so you'll never run out of space. When you upload
photos to Snapfish, a copy is placed in your online account, so your original photos remain intact. There
are two ways to upload your photos.
QuickUpload (Mac or PC)
Snapfish designed a tool to get your photos from your computer, camera, or disc into your Snapfish account-fast.
You only have to download the QuickUpload tool once. Then, simply add your photos in batches instead of
one-by-one.
One-by-One Upload
If you'd prefer not to download the QuickUpload tool, choose the one-by-one option.
Uploading tips
The QuickUpload tool accepts the following file types: JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg, .jpe), BMP (.bmp), Zip file
(.zip, containing JPEGs). When uploading one-by-one, you may use JPEG and zip files.
Whichever file type you use, your photos will be converted to JPEG before they're added to your
Snapfish account.
If you plan to order prints from the photos you are uploading, Snapfish recommends the following
guidelines:
Improve your pictures in minutes with the easy-to-use editing tools at Snapfish. You can also add captions,
decorative borders, and use tints to change the mood of your pictures. Remove red-eye. Say goodbye to glowing eyes on people and pets. Crop. Think of cropping as a way of zooming in on the best part of a photo. It's an easy way to turn an average picture into an amazing one. Enhance contrast and color. When you choose "auto correct," Snapfish's color corrector will adjust your photo for the best possible brightness, color balance, and intensity. When you select "auto contrast," Snapfish's contrast corrector will adjust your photo for the best possible color contrast. Rotate and flip. If pictures weren't facing the right way when you uploaded them, you can rotate or flip them with this tool. Add captions. Tell a story with your photos for your friends and family to enjoy. Even a few words can make a big impact. Add decorative borders. Choose from a wide variety of designs and add flair to your photos-perfect for printing or viewing. Add tints. Change the look and feel of your pictures by altering the color. Try sepia for an antiqued look, or black-and-white to add sophistication.
Now you're ready to select the pictures you'd like to print. Snapfish offers a variety of print sizes, from
standard 4" x 6", 5" x 7", and 8" x 10" to wallet-size and poster prints. You can also choose between a
glossy or matte finish.
With 12-cent prints every day, ordering from Snapfish is an excellent value. And you can take advantage of
special offers when you place your first order. Your prints always come with Snapfish's Guarantee of Excellence.
If you are not completely satisfied with your prints, you'll get a refund.
At the Snapfish store you can find a
gift for any occasion, then personalize it with a favorite photo. Here are just a few of the gifts you can
customize:
For mom: diaper bags, coffee mugs, keepsake boxes
For the person with everything: calendars and photo books
For the home: clocks, posters, decorative pillows
For the office: mouse pads, notebooks, picture frames
Take a free online class
in digital photography! Explore the many features of your digital camera, find tips for cropping and editing your
images, and discover new ideas for sharing your photos in creative ways.
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