RGB Color Test Page (PDF)

When it comes to RGB color mixing in the printing process, there are specific test pages and guidelines you can use to evaluate a printer’s ability to reproduce colors accurately in the RGB color space. Here are some recommendations:

RGB Color Mixing Test Pages:

ISO 12647-7 Test Form
ISO 12647-7 is a standard that defines printing conditions for RGB-based proofing systems. You can find test forms within this standard that include a variety of RGB color swatches and gradients. These test forms help assess a printer’s ability to reproduce colors accurately in the RGB color space.

Adobe RGB (1998) Test Pages
Adobe RGB (1998) is a commonly used RGB color space, and Adobe provides test pages specifically designed for evaluating color accuracy. These pages include a range of colors and gradients to assess a printer’s performance in reproducing Adobe RGB colors.

Printer Calibration Tools:

X-Rite ColorMunki
X-Rite offers tools like ColorMunki that can help calibrate and profile your printer for accurate RGB color reproduction. These tools often come with test charts and software to guide you through the calibration process.

Datacolor SpyderPRINT
SpyderPRINT by Datacolor is another option for printer calibration. It helps optimize color accuracy and consistency in the RGB color space. The accompanying software may include test patterns to evaluate color mixing performance.

RGB Color Management Software

Adobe Photoshop Soft Proofing
Adobe Photoshop allows for soft proofing, where you can simulate how RGB colors will appear when printed. This feature helps you assess and adjust colors before sending a print job to the printer.

ColorSync (Mac) / Color Management (Windows)
Utilize the built-in color management tools on your operating system to ensure accurate RGB color reproduction. This may include profiles and settings to optimize color output.

Remember to consult the documentation of your specific printer model for any recommended test pages or calibration procedures. Regularly calibrating your printer and using appropriate test pages will help maintain accurate RGB color reproduction in your printing process.

RGB Color Test Page will test rgb performance on your inkjet or laserjet printer

Click download button below to get the PDF file required for this test.

How to use this test

There are specific guidelines for performing an RGB color print test. Before you start, there are some steps you should follow:

Make sure you have a color printer that uses RGB color process. Both inkjet and laserjet printers can be used for this test, as long as they use RGB inks or toners.

Download a RGB color test page from a reliable source, such as the printer manufacturer’s website or a professional printing organization. This test page should include a variety of color swatches, gradients, and images that test the printer’s ability to reproduce accurate and consistent colors. You can use our color test pages in PDF format.

Before printing the test page, make sure your printer is calibrated and the color settings are correct. You may need to adjust the color profile, color temperature, or other settings depending on your printer and the type of paper you are using.

Print the test page at the highest quality setting and on the appropriate paper for your printer. Keep in mind that your printer will still probably use CMYK color mode and that any color management settings are set to “off” or “printer manages colors.”

How to evaluate this test

Once the print job is complete, examine the test page carefully to ensure that the printer is reproducing accurate and consistent colors. Look for any visible banding, streaks, or other anomalies that could indicate issues with the printer’s color output.

Optionally, you can use a colorimeter or spectrophotometer to measure the color accuracy of the printed test page, if available. This will provide more precise measurements of the printer’s color output and assist you in identifying any issues or areas for improvement.

By following these guidelines, you can perform a thorough RGB color print test that will help you evaluate the performance of your printer’s color output.

What’s next?

Once you’re happy with your printed RGB page appearance, you can proceed to the next test (there is a link below). Or pick another color test page from our printing test collections. On this website we offer a variety of color test pages that you can download and use for your ink printer or laser printer quality assurance tests.