05-17-2012, 02:07 PM
JWB -
The bigger dimensions with lower file size are a result of tweaking to see what you can get away with. Screen resolution is about 72dpi, so higher will not get any better to look at (printing is a different issue, requiring 300+ dpi for decent results).
The limits for the gallery (not sure if attachments are governed by the same limits) are:
Maximum file size (bytes): 250000
Maximum image width (pixels): 2000
Maximum image height (pixels): 2000
So you should be able to put up at least a 1024 x 768 (approx) image if you can get it under 250kB. So start by resizing to 1024 x 768 (most screens aren't set for more than this, so stick to this size to avoid people scrolling and/or complaining). Then use the compression or "quality" slider to reduce the file size. If you go too far, your picture will look pretty bad.
Trial and error is your friend.
Andrew
The bigger dimensions with lower file size are a result of tweaking to see what you can get away with. Screen resolution is about 72dpi, so higher will not get any better to look at (printing is a different issue, requiring 300+ dpi for decent results).
The limits for the gallery (not sure if attachments are governed by the same limits) are:
Maximum file size (bytes): 250000
Maximum image width (pixels): 2000
Maximum image height (pixels): 2000
So you should be able to put up at least a 1024 x 768 (approx) image if you can get it under 250kB. So start by resizing to 1024 x 768 (most screens aren't set for more than this, so stick to this size to avoid people scrolling and/or complaining). Then use the compression or "quality" slider to reduce the file size. If you go too far, your picture will look pretty bad.
Trial and error is your friend.
Andrew