What size should my downloadable artwork be

Store Design

Topic summary

The discussion addresses optimal image sizes for digital download products on Shopify.

Platform Requirements:

  • Images should be at least 2000px on the longest side for quality zooming
  • Shopify’s Digital Downloads app supports JPEG, PNG, and PDF formats with a 5GB file size limit
  • Individual files should ideally stay under 50MB for faster downloads

Print-Ready Dimensions (at 300 DPI):

  • Small prints (5" × 7"): 1500 × 2100 px
  • Medium prints (8" × 10"): 2400 × 3000 px
  • Large prints (16" × 20"): 4800 × 6000 px
  • Extra large prints (24" × 36"): 7200 × 10800 px

Additional Recommendation:
Offering multiple aspect ratios (4:5, 3:4, 2:3) provides customers with greater flexibility for different printing needs.

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What is the size limit or recommended sizes for digital downloads images?

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Hi @EdawardGonzales ,

Image sizes depend on the product type, but high-quality images should be at least 2000px on the longest side for clear zooming. Shopify supports formats like JPEG, PNG, and PDF for digital products, and files must be under 5GB if using the Digital Downloads app. If selling printable art, offering multiple aspect ratios (e.g., 4:5, 3:4, 2:3) ensures flexibility for customers. Keeping file sizes optimized (preferably under 50MB per image) helps with faster downloads and better customer experience.

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Hi @EdawardGonzales

The size limit for digital download images depends on the platform you’re using and the intended use of the images. Here are some general guidelines and recommended sizes:

  • Small Prints (5" x 7") → 1500 x 2100 px (300 DPI)
  • Medium Prints (8" x 10") → 2400 x 3000 px (300 DPI)
  • Large Prints (16" x 20") → 4800 x 6000 px (300 DPI)
  • Extra Large Prints (24" x 36") → 7200 x 10800 px (300 DPI)

Best,

Liz