Downloading the Image

Obtaining our screen calibration image is quick and easy- all you need is a valid user account. There is no cost to you to receive the image, as we want you to be able to see the best results from the quality prints you order from ShutterPort. Simply Log In to your ShutterPort account and navigate to the Screen Calibration page in our Help section. There, you can verify that your mailing address is correct, click a button, and the 8x10 image will be printed and mailed out in 3-5 days free of charge to you!

Adjusting your Monitor Settings

By using the calibration image, you can match what colors are displayed on your screen with those that will be printed by our printers. By doing this, you will ensure that the photographs you order will come back looking as clear and color-balanced as the images you send in for processing.

Just like on TV sets, most operating systems include software "controls" to allow you toadjust the color balance on your screen. On a PC, these setting can be found in your Control Panel under "Display" and might look like this example. Sometimes, your monitor itself will have controls with which to change the color balance.

Open this link to view the calibration image

• Color Calibration Image

Glossary

Calibration Image: The screen calibration image is simply a image we've chosen which displays a range of colors with which you can compare the output from our photograph printers to the color-balance on your computer monitor or screen. By comparing these differences and adjusting your monitor's color settings to match the calibration image, you will be ensured that the digital images you see on your screen will then be printed out in the same colors with minimal variation in brightness, contrast, and hue. [top]

Control Panel: In the Microsoft Windows Operating System, the Control Panel is where you are able make adjustments to most of the applications on your computer. Get there by clicking on the "START" button and then "SETTINGS" under which you will see "CONTROL PANEL" (hint: a shortcut is to choose "RUN" and type in "Control") Here, look for and select "DISPLAY". This will open a new window showing you various Display properties. Finally, choose "SETTINGS" and then "ADVANCED." Here you will find the settings for your monitor's display adapter (the look will vary by Brand Name) but you should also find a control which will allow you to adjust your monitor's color settings. [top]

Photo Album: Photo Albums are a safe and convenient way to share photos with family and friends across the internet. A Customer account is needed to log in to your album and upload and share images, and to order prints and products from it. If you haven't done so, you can create an album today! [top]