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It is essential to use a specific colour profile not only in windows but also in Windows applications, and, | It is essential to use a specific colour profile not only in windows but also in Windows applications. The first requirement is to properly set the default colour profile, while for other software there are individual settings that must be found in the documentation that comes with the program or that can be found on the internet. | ||
Open the Start menu and type "color management". As soon as the first letters are typed, there will be an application that appears with this name. Launch the application, note the tab or section labeled "Advanced" and note the settings that appear on the window. | |||
The most important setting is the "device profile". While it is expected that the current profile, probably one that has a name that includes the monitor or display name of your computer is the correct choice. However, for a context that can be easily compared on multiple devices it may be more helpful to change the device profile to a well used profile, the sRGB one. Note that the "sRGB IEC61966-2.1" profile is a good standard to use unless your particular working situation may demand a better option. The full options set are presented briefly, the reasoning for these choices is due to achieving the best possible balance between practical and ideal accuracy. The settings below establish particular options for different scenarios. | |||
<code>Device profile: sRGB IEC61966-2. | |||
Viewing condition profile: System Default (WCS profile for ICC viewing conditions) | |||
Default rendering intent: Absolute colorimetric | |||
Perceptual (photo images): Proofing - simulate paper/media color | |||
Relative Colorimetric (line art): Proofing - simulate paper/media color | |||
Absolute Colorimetric (simulate paper): Proofing - simulate paper/media color | |||
Business Graphics (charts and graphs): Proofing - simulate paper/media color | |||
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Note that there is also the capability to press the Calibrate Display Button, that will bring a different set of tests to evaluate the default profile results and/or adjust the profile. It is advisable to look for more information before adjusting the profile, as some settings may severely affect the accuracy of the image shown on the display more than a less suited default colour profile. These settings will be applied to all applications running on the computer, including video players and games which means it is important to understand their purpose. | |||