Resizing dilemma

I have a number of images varying from 2Mb to 4Mb.

How can I resize each image to be 50kB for emailing.

I have tried the options under Image/Image Size but it doesn't let me specify a specific size for the final image.

I want to be able to say the final image size (ie 50kB) and then let PS do the rest.

regards

PeterH

"My View" <reply to > wrote in message

I have a number of images varying from 2Mb to 4Mb.

How can I resize each image to be 50kB for emailing.

I have tried the options under Image/Image Size but it doesn't let me specify a specific size for the final image.

I want to be able to say the final image size (ie 50kB) and then let PS do the rest.

regards

PeterH

To make the file smaller, you will likely need to reduce the dimensions in pixels and optimize the image as a JPG. First, determine the size and resolution of your image (Image > Image Size). If the resolution is higher than 72 ppi, make sure the boxes are checked for Constrain Proportion and Resample Image (bicubic). Then, if the dimensions are larger than a typical monitor, reduce one of the dimensions (height or width) to a decent "Web" size, perhaps no larger than 600 pixels in either dimension.

If the resize difference was significant, you may want to sharpen the result with Filter > Sharpen > Unsharp Mask. I usually use a setting of around 97%,
0.3 pixels, 1 threshold. Next, Save for Web. Here you can choose 2-up or
4-up to see variations in file size and quality, the lower left hand corner of each pane displaying the new file size. Save it with a unique name so you don't overwrite the original, if it was also a JPG.

Peadge :-)

thank-you very much - I will give that a try

"Peadge" wrote in message

"My View" <reply to > wrote in message

I have a number of images varying from 2Mb to 4Mb.

How can I resize each image to be 50kB for emailing.

I have tried the options under Image/Image Size but it doesn't let me specify a specific size for the final image.

I want to be able to say the final image size (ie 50kB) and then let PS

do

the rest.

regards

PeterH

To make the file smaller, you will likely need to reduce the dimensions in pixels and optimize the image as a JPG. First, determine the size and resolution of your image (Image > Image Size). If the resolution is higher than 72 ppi, make sure the boxes are checked for Constrain Proportion and Resample Image (bicubic). Then, if the dimensions are larger than a

typical

monitor, reduce one of the dimensions (height or width) to a decent "Web" size, perhaps no larger than 600 pixels in either dimension.
If the resize difference was significant, you may want to sharpen the

result

with Filter > Sharpen > Unsharp Mask. I usually use a setting of around

97%,

0.3 pixels, 1 threshold. Next, Save for Web. Here you can choose 2-up or 4-up to see variations in file size and quality, the lower left hand

corner

of each pane displaying the new file size. Save it with a unique name so

you

don't overwrite the original, if it was also a JPG.

Peadge :-)

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My View" <reply to > wrote in message

I have a number of images varying from 2Mb to 4Mb.

How can I resize each image to be 50kB for emailing.

I have tried the options under Image/Image Size but it doesn't let me specify a specific size for the final image.

I want to be able to say the final image size (ie 50kB) and then let PS do the rest.

Have you tried ReaConverter Pro? Wonderful little utility program.

http://www.reasoft.com/products/reaconverter/

The free trial version limits you to batches of ten. The program is not outrageously priced and the paid version will do unlimited batch sizes. PhotoShop is a terrific program for enhancement and creation, but sometimes when I need something done quick simple, I use ReaConverter.

Thanks I will have a look at it.
I find the resizing in PS to be very confusing.
The new file size shown in the Image Size window and under Doc Size (bottom left corner of main view) does not resemble the final file size when the new image is saved.

"xDsrtRat" wrote in message

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Iraq is a Farsi phrase meaning Viet Nam

My View" <reply to > wrote in message

I have a number of images varying from 2Mb to 4Mb.

How can I resize each image to be 50kB for emailing.

I have tried the options under Image/Image Size but it doesn't let me specify a specific size for the final image.

I want to be able to say the final image size (ie 50kB) and then let PS

do

the rest.

Have you tried ReaConverter Pro? Wonderful little utility program.
http://www.reasoft.com/products/reaconverter/

The free trial version limits you to batches of ten. The program is not outrageously priced and the paid version will do unlimited batch sizes. PhotoShop is a terrific program for enhancement and creation, but

sometimes

when I need something done quick simple, I use ReaConverter.

"My View" <reply to > wrote in message

Thanks I will have a look at it.
I find the resizing in PS to be very confusing.
The new file size shown in the Image Size window and under Doc Size

(bottom

left corner of main view) does not resemble the final file size when the

new

image is saved.

Make sure that the one you're looking at the one you're saving are indeed the same one. If you're in the 2-up or 4-up mode, you need to click on the version you want to save. Be sure not to over-write the original.

Peadge :-)

My View wrote:

I have a number of images varying from 2Mb to 4Mb.

How can I resize each image to be 50kB for emailing.

I have tried the options under Image/Image Size but it doesn't let me specify a specific size for the final image.

I want to be able to say the final image size (ie 50kB) and then let PS do the rest.

regards

PeterH

use File > Save for Web.

I use ACDSee for all my resizing to email.
It is a great little browser and file manager.
try for free but it's about 49$ I think to buy.
I use it instead of the Photoshop browser and drag pics to edit down into photoshop.

"My View" <reply to > wrote:

I have a number of images varying from 2Mb to 4Mb.

How can I resize each image to be 50kB for emailing.

I have tried the options under Image/Image Size but it doesn't let me specify a specific size for the final image.

I want to be able to say the final image size (ie 50kB) and then let PS do the rest.

regards

PeterH

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