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Common Applications
PNG is commonly used wherever a lossless raster image or transparent raster artwork is useful.
Digital Applications
- Web graphics
- Website assets
- User-interface graphics
- Screenshots
- Digital illustrations
- Logos exported as raster images
- Icons
- Transparent overlays
- Product mockups
- Social media graphics
- Digital downloads
- Presentation graphics
Design Applications
- Finished raster artwork
- Transparent artwork exports
- Design proofs
- Product artwork
- Mockups
- Raster design handoffs
- Supporting assets within larger design projects
Production Applications
PNG may serve as artwork input in compatible workflows involving:
- DTF printing
- DTG printing
- Sublimation
- UV printing
- Print-and-cut workflows
- Raster laser engraving
- General digital printing
Product Applications
Depending on the production method and system requirements, PNG artwork may be used in the production of:
| Product Area | Examples |
|---|---|
| Apparel | Shirts, hoodies, garments and other decorated textiles |
| Drinkware | Mugs, tumblers and compatible decorated drinkware |
| Stickers & Labels | Printed stickers, labels and decals |
| Home & Décor | Ornaments, plaques and decorative products |
| Business & Promotional | Cards, inserts, promotional graphics and branded products |
| Digital Products | Graphics, downloadable artwork and digital assets |
Application Relationship
PNG
DIGITAL
Web
Social
UI
Screenshots
Digital artwork
DESIGN
Artwork
Mockups
Proofs
Handoff
PRODUCTION
DTF
DTG
Sublimation
UV Printing
Print-and-Cut
Raster Engraving
PNG's suitability for a particular application must be evaluated against the complete workflow. A PNG being technically valid does not establish that it has sufficient pixel dimensions, appropriate transparency, suitable color information, or compatibility with the intended software, production method, machine, and material.