When the Lab Color Correct option is turned on for your Automatic Fulfillment Orders, each image is individually assessed for color and density by the Lab's qualified technicians using high-end, professional monitors. Using their expert knowledge, they will adjust each image to give the best print result.
On this page
- How lab color correction works
- Turning lab color correction on or off
- Understanding costs and availability
How lab color correction works
When lab color correction is enabled, the selected lab reviews each eligible image before printing and makes adjustments as needed to help ensure colors, brightness, and overall tones appear more natural and balanced in print.
Tip: If your monitor is not calibrated and profiled for the selected lab, we recommend enabling lab color correction.
For more guidance on preparing your images for print, including color management recommendations from our partner labs, see our Preparing image files for printing guide.
Turning lab color correction on or off
Lab color correction is managed at the price sheet level. When enabled, it applies to eligible items ordered through that price sheet.
- Go to Store > Products.
- Select the price sheet you want to update.
- Open Settings.
- Turn Lab Color Correction on or off.
Understanding costs and availability
The cost and availability of lab color correction depend on the lab and product:
| Lab | Availability | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| WHCC, ‘Automatic’ lab selection for U.S. |
Yes | $1.50 per item |
| ProDPI | Yes | $1.50 per item |
| Miller’s | Yes | No additional cost |
| Mpix | No | N/A |
| Loxley Colour | Yes | No additional cost |
| Fujifilm Canada, ‘Automatic’ lab selection for Canada |
Yes, only on prints up to and including 12 x 18 | No additional cost |
| Atkins Pro, ‘Automatic’ lab selection for Australia & New Zealand |
No | N/A |
When enabled, the fee is included in the item cost shown on your price sheet.
Note: Lab color correction is not available for greeting cards, albums, or books.