### 31.1.1 Graphics formats for Word documents

WMF or BMP

Use WMF or BMP for bitmap graphics for Word. Although graphics destined for print look best at a resolution of at least 300 DPI (for low-end laser printers) and up to 1,200 DPI, you gain nothing by trying to increase the DPI of an existing bitmap graphic in FrameMaker; the upper limit of resolution is the DPI of the original graphic. If you choose WMF, see §31.1.3 WMF format limitations.

256 colors

Word graphics typically use 256 colors, sometimes more. It is best to stick with 256 colors, because the size increase for 24-bit color (“true color”, the only other real option) is more than 10 times, which can make files too big for Word to load.

| 31.1 Choosing an appropriate graphics format |  | 31.1.2 Graphics formats for WinHelp |