When you save your digital artwork, picking the right file format is super important.

Each format has its own purpose and can help or hurt your artwork based on how you plan to use it.

Here’s a simple guide to some of the best file formats you might want to think about:

Raster Formats

1. JPEG (.jpg):

   • Perfect for sharing online because it has a small file size.
   • Great for photos or paintings.
   • One downside is that it loses some quality every time you save it.

2. PNG (.png):

   • Supports transparency, which means you can have a clean background.
   • Perfect for web graphics or designs.
   • It doesn’t lose quality, so many digital artists choose this format, but the files are usually bigger than JPEGs.

3. TIFF (.tif):

   • Not used a lot for sharing, but it’s great for high-quality prints.
   • This format keeps all the details of your artwork but can create very large files.

Vector Formats

1. SVG (.svg):

   • Awesome for illustrations or graphics that need to be resized without losing quality.
   • Great for logos and works well online since the files are small.

2. AI (.ai):

   • This is Adobe Illustrator’s main file format, perfect for detailed vector art.
   • Use this format if you plan to change your design later.

Other Formats to Think About

• PDF (.pdf):

  • Good for final versions, especially if you want to mix both vector and raster elements.
  • Commonly used for portfolios or prints.

• PSD (.psd):

  • If you’re using Adobe Photoshop, saving as a PSD keeps your layers safe, making it easy to edit later.
  • Just remember that not all programs can open PSD files.

Choosing the right format depends on what you want to do with your artwork.

Think about whether you’re making prints, sharing online, or need to edit later.

So, take some time to consider your goals and pick wisely!