Affinity Photo has most of Photoshop's tools and capabilities when it comes to file or photo enhancements and adjustments. Figure 2 crucial for good results. Set the "Document Units" to inches. For "Color Format," I always use RGB/8 when creating artwork. Even if you're printing to a CMYK direct-to-garment (DTG) or dye-sublimation printer, an RGB file will be closer to the preferred colors. Besides, it's easy to save and send an RGB PNG file when printing. For "Color Profile," I always use Adobe RGB 1998 because the colors are richer and black appears darker. Most printer manufacturers recommend the sRGB profile.Try both to figure out your preference. Be sure to check the "Transparent Background" box; otherwise, when you save the final PNG file for printing, it will flatten the image on a white background. You need a transparent background to achieve a proper base white for printing. Set up artwork at the actual size it will print. We use 14" x 14" when creating new artwork. For resolution, 300 JUNE/JULY 2020 38-42_IMP_0720_TMD_SpGraphics.indd 39 P.39 5/19/20 9:08 AM