14. Preparing Images for the Web

In This Chapter

Understanding Image Requirements for the Web 292

Changing Image Size and Resolution 293

About the Save for Web Dialog 296

Optimizing an Image for the Web 297

Adjusting Optimization Settings 300

Making a Web Image Transparent 306

Previewing an Image 309

You may want to post your digital photos to a Web page or a social-networking site. Whether you decide to post a snapshot of an old push mower to eBay or just want to share vacation photos with your Aunt Ruth, the considerations are much the same.

Size and speed influence most decisions regarding image preparation for the Web, and they are the central themes of this chapter. While broadband is now widely available worldwide, it’s still a good idea ...

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