6 Tips for Perfect Colors in Dye Sublimation With Your Epson Workforce WF-7720 Printer

In this video, we will be tackling the issue of color correction when using dye sub inks. It's a challenge to get the correct colors. Hopefully, our guide with help you getting going!
Of course, NONE of these steps matter if you are using the incorrect ink or if your printer isn't printing properly. Always do a print test on the printer to make sure all colors are functioning as expected.
00:58 - Calibrating Your Monitor
04:47 - Setting Up Photoshop
05:42 - Using CMYK Color
07:29 - Photoshop Print Settings
09:01 - Epson Printer Settings
10:50 - Make a Color Chart (Used a Microfiber Towels for the color sample)
Color Chart - drive.google.com/file/d/1d1GdJ_v5EsdtrkwfYWpHukYvvAoaSUFr/view?usp=sharing
Equipment used:
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- A-sub 8.5" x 11"
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- Wirester Heat Resistant Gloves
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- Hiipoo Ink
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- Butcher Paper
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Chapters: 00:58 - Calibrating Your Monitor 04:47 - Setting Up Photoshop 05:42 - Using CMYK Color 07:29 - Photoshop Print Settings 09:01 - Epson Printer Settings 10:50 - Make a Color Chart (Used a Microfiber Towels for the color sample)

[@_desibees1876]

Great video! Everything was well explained + learned a lot

[@Jay_Funky]

subscribed and loved all the valuable information. thanks!

[@AlphaDoggy]

Your videos are too well made, I love watching every video made! Also 2 subs from 1k vibez =)

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Yeet Yeet my dude

[@communication6835]

Thanks for the video on color management.

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@wecraftnz]

Thank you for this video. Definitely needed it.

[@SouthpawsStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@elizabethmestrvic]

Excellent video!!! Thank you!

[@SouthpawsStudio]

You are welcome!

[@TheCraftyCannon]

This was SOOO helpful, THANK YOU! Now I've got a T-shirt with a color wheel representative of what my printer can do!

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rebelboyz8337]

Amazing video Bro,Thank you :)

[@jordanlotus188]

nice video and useful. thanks

[@tampascan8731]

i cannot thank you enough for this video

[@SouthpawsStudio]

No problem, glad I could help!

[@SellYourHomeEZ]

thanks! you just saved me 1400 to give up on my epson and get sawgrass plus a load of wasted shirts plus a 3 hr ride to get printer fixed by the person that sold it and was less than helpful, had banding issues, now set to high, and it's great! also just printed colour chart, what a helpful advise, thanks again!

[@54wicks]

I totally appreciate your knowledge and detailed descriptions of topics. I just began sublimation and have lots to learn. What brand/type of Photoshop do you recommend? I would like to make sure I purchase whatever you use. Thanks

[@cookiealvarado]

Dude I love this channel

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Aww.... thanks! We love seeing these types of comments!

[@cookiealvarado]

@@SouthpawsStudio no problem :) I just got a printer finally lol. Must learn everything. 🤣

[@SouthpawsStudio]

@@cookiealvarado my advice: just play around and try to make stuff. Sublimation is a LOT of trial and error and is a learning experience.

[@jessiegibson9023]

Good video thanks

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@TheKelliebeanz]

hey! great video.made it easy for me to follow...my only question is, my blues are coming out really purple.. I have a couple blues but not as many as you show. Any advice?

[@jordanlotus188]

sorry for my typo thanks for color chart.

[@njcamocutie7085]

As always well explained..Question-i have a file I printed out and the colors were spot on when i went to go print more and the colors were off(for example was yellow flower was pink) I fooled around in settings trying to get it back and no luck. Do you know what may cause this? any suggestions to fix it? Thanks so much and keep up the great vids

[@Heliam-mi7nd]

Wow thank you soooooo much🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@SouthpawsStudio]

No prob, thank you!

[@Hey_me]

Really interesting. Plus u look like a nice dude.

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Hey, thanks!

[@nathanpotter8569]

Looks like I need to get photo shop... lol well at least I got the monitor set up. I have a epson fl170 ... it already makes everything mirrored because it is a true sub lamination printer, but yours definitely has more settings.

[@sterancobeatz3625]

Nice video. But I have a problem. When I print the colours are not matched to the screen. I did calibrate the monitor and chanced the settings on my printer but nothing still prints the same even if I change the type of paper. what can I do to solve this problem?

[@Blunttingzz]

I had a design where the grey areas turned out purpley-maroon. When I found your video and calibrated my monitor I actually noticed that my monitor was displaying grey in a purpley-maroon. Could the discolouration in my monitor cause my printer to print discoloured? I am just wondering if the monitor calibration alone is a solution to my grey-maroon print/press colour problem

[@garylester55]

Hi there. The windows monitor calibration tool is basic, I've tried this many times. The best way to calibrate your monitor is to use a proper calibrating device, like a X-Rite i1 Display Pro, or the i1 Studio, which calibrates printers, scanners, and more, I have the i1 Studio and the software tests more than you get in the windows amateur calibration. Try it, the ambient light in the room makes a difference to. Regards Gary

[@ZexyMay12]

I loved the imtro

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Thanks, I thought it was moderately clever!

[@amymay2021]

I followed everything in this video but I"m still struggling getting yellow and greens to produce vividly, or greens come out blue. I downloaded my ink's ICC profile, I have emptied the blue and yellow inks completely and refilled them, did nozzle cleanings galore... please help!!! Would love to send a picture of what my color chart looks like.

[@carolinameza1915]

On your printer's setting, what peper type do you have selected? Is it Prem. Matte as well?

[@anissacrawford3334]

How do you use the color chart? where do I plug in the numbers?

[@nursemissy4819]

I can't find those photoshop settings. Mine don't come up like yours did.

[@TheCarterCollectionBeGreat]

Thanks for all your videos , I wanted to ask after printing your chart, how do i get the color in photoshop? i do not understand that part. I chose my color now how do i find it to use in my artwork. Thanks my Friend

[@AngieD300]

great video...so happy I found it. One thing I've been missing is the editing in CYMK. So, if I have a full color image or photo, already created (maybe purchased online or saved from online), would I still bring into PS & change mode to CYMK? Would this be ok if the image you're bringing into PS may have been created in RGB? Thank you!!

[@SouthpawsStudio]

You can still do this. In theory, the colors shouldn't change much.

[@bodymagicbeautytherapies4976]

hi ive done the colour print and my pink is missing its just a shade of orange how can i fix this?

[@jordanlotus188]

hanks for color chart.. please make more such videos. is there similar cmyk color chart is available and hope you will share. thanks in advance.

[@shobhaen207]

Hii i have a question..when heat press on aluminium plate..there's little bit grey on the outline?

[@ericdeschenes1435]

Hi ! Nice video ! I do the same thing than you but I get red tint on all my picture. Using Epson 7720, Cosmos ink, Image Right R paper. I can change ICM by Manual Control and drop down value of Magenta... but I can't get a perfect picture.... I'm asking if I change brand of ink, do it will print better ? Tested on Chromalux blanks and 100% polyester fabric. I try to figure out what is the real problem. Any advice ? Thx a lot ! ;)

[@cheluradio]

Great Video with info I have been needing, Thank you! when printing my colors seem a bit dull and the Red don’t come out so bright. Subbed!

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@smokedog7730]

Did you find a fix to your dull/dark colour / color issues ?

[@nickygregoire2901]

I am having administrative issues with this computer and cannot access photoshop. Can I purchase a digital copy of Photoshop cc ? and will it work? do you know. Thanks

[@vittovitto79]

is it necessary to use butcher paper AND regular paper underneath AND on top? thanks

[@jamillaharterbury6118]

Awesome video. I have the WF7720.. but most if my work is done in Silhouette I don't know a thing about Photoshop.. Any suggestions about color profiles would be appreciated

[@RedSeaCustomz]

That's what I'm wondering. I don't have photoshop either and i need help 😭🤣

[@valeriehofmann2615]

How do you correct a file with a multitude of colors? If what you bought isn't printing/pressing how it looks on screen or as the artist intended

[@Bobster986]

So after calibrating my monitor, I want to print something that is (monster) purple and (Harley) orange, but it prints more like pink and reddish orange. How do I use the color chart to correct them in the settings again? When I change the color setting in my software (CorellDraw) the color isn't changing on my screen. Is this just the for the what comes out of the of the printer??? Very frustrating. Thanks! .

[@dianebowen6970]

Is there something I need to do to get that dialog box shown at 7:56? I just get a generic box and I can't figure out how to go to those settings. Thanks!

[@sugarbritchesnursery9720]

what good does it do to print the color chart if your colors are off. my chart looks nothing like the one it shows on the monitor and I have all my setting exactly like what you just showed

[@manuelrocha2391]

Hi do you ever apply G7 Methodology to your color calibration?

[@stephaniekhalla5335]

Awesome Video! Do you have issues with Pizza roller marks when using high saturated colors or in general? Seem to be having issues on and off. Cleaned the Pizza rollers in the printer and changed to a better paper( Texprint) and still same issue after a few prints., Damaging so many products and papers.

[@SouthpawsStudio]

If you experience those wheel marks, try using less ink by using a different paper setting. On hard substrates, try using High Quality Plain Paper instead of Presentation Matte.

[@jessicafeatherston2172]

My screen and options are way different 😣

[@denisewolfe2513]

Question... Does EPSON WF7720 print white ink?

[@bethcuneo2111]

When I choose premium presentation paper matte, it won't let me select high quality, it automatically defaults to standard. Any ideas? Thanks.

[@tiffanylee3901]

Make sure your on tray 1

[@harrybugarin6923]

Great video. Would the Epson EcoTank do the same job as this WF-7720?

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Yes, it’s just easier

[@zacharyking892]

Recently set up and converted my 7720. I am wanting to print something that has turquoise letters but when it prints, it is coming out blue. I am confused on the printer/paper settings to use. I am using the A-Sub 125 paper.

[@755Media]

so am I

[@carolynshowalter7]

How did you get the color chart

[@quinaishabetaudier3130]

MY COLORS WHEN PRINTED OUT CHART WHERE MORE ON THE PINK AND BROWN PEACH AND YELLOW SIDE COULD THAT MEAN I DID SOMETHNG WRONG IN CALIBRATION CHART? Forgive me for all the caps.

[@thevirgin2013]

Hi Sir sorry for disturbing .my daughter has a laptop and uses epson printer for sublimation and the black colour comes very foggy and the colours comes very dull

[@ZeeshanAli-wv4sx]

My epson wf 7720 won’t print orange color and print pink instead. Anyone help please

[@graphicevolution9073]

Thanks for the great video! How do I read the color chart in order to match the colors printed? CMYK is a four percentage equation, RGB a three part equation. There are only two numbers on the color chart. Any advice would be appreciated! :)

[@SouthpawsStudio]

I usually keep the color chart file saved on desktop as a reference. If I need a certain color, I match it with the printed chart and then go into the file and extract the CMYK, RGB or Hexadecimal color code for it.

[@tam8325]

​@@SouthpawsStudio But how do you extract the color codes from the file is the question...

[@SouthpawsStudio]

@@tam8325The photoshop eyedropper tool that pulls the hexadecimal value.

[@larissawilson5386]

I just got an Epson ET-2720 for my birthday. I have used it maybe 10 times. The first couple times I printed out a design that had a teal/turquoise color on it, it turned out perfect. Now that I am trying to print the same exact design, the teal/turquoise color is blue. I can't get it to go to the correct color for anything. I've tried so many things and nothing has helped. Do you have any advice for me?

[@SouthpawsStudio]

First thing I would do is a nozzle check on the printer to make sure all heads are firing as expected.

[@ruffrydaz84]

When I’m printing the black seems faded then after pressed it turns brown and my red turns orange.. new to the sublimation I have an Epson et2720 which I converted. I’m using Asub paper. Need some help 😭

[@SouthpawsStudio]

What times and temps are you using when pressing?

[@755Media]

@@SouthpawsStudio That person did not respond, but Im having that same issue...Im pressing at 380 for 30sec I see in your vid you pressed for much longer, also my greens print out blue!! Im new to your channel, the epson WF 7720 and photoshop!! (fresh meat) help me out man thanks

[@MsSony12345]

My screen doesn't show the controls display..I have a Lenovo lap top

[@robinsstitches]

Need advice with my WF 7710...All of a sudden it stopped printing vibrant colors....I have tried everything you suggested plus all the cleanings, etc. Nothing is working,

[@SouthpawsStudio]

What does the nozzle check show?

[@robinsstitches]

@@SouthpawsStudio it shows up fine. I did enhance the colors on each sign and they are normal again. going to try a clean kit and see if that helps. Thank you and keep those videos coming

[@noreasterknits5112]

Are you using a downloaded ICC color profile from your ink supplier in Photoshop or are you just using straight-up Photoshop settings to do this? I use Sawgrass inks and their profile and the colors that actually sublimate practically never remotely match even though I have followed their settings to a T. I’m wondering if I should ditch their ICC profile altogether.

[@SouthpawsStudio]

I’m using the default Epson software and profiles. The Cosmos ink is designed to run with the stock profiles

[@journieshomegarden1280]

Can this color chart be loaded into photoshop? If so how would I go about doing it?

[@SouthpawsStudio]

That starts at around the 11:00 mark. It's as simple as opening the file in Photoshop.

[@akaskelinton]

Can I ask, why do you not let 'photoshop manage colors' and use the Cosmos Ink color profile?

[@SouthpawsStudio]

My colors have always been pretty accurate, so I just never used the Cosmos profile.

[@amywebb8695]

This is a great video. I am just starting and at a loss as far as my colors. I am printing from sillhouette studio and using printers jack ink. I cannot get my red to print a true red (it looks more orange) and my turquoise is printing a blue rather than a true turquoise. I am using windows operating system. Do you have any suggestions?

[@kayleecrockett410]

Did you figure it out?

[@Jojoeyjo]

Same issue with this ink

[@amberfischer2959]

Same issue has anyone figured it out??

[@valeriehofmann2615]

Right whats with PJ ink? My colors are to dark

[@karinblair1367]

Does the heat press pressure matter?

[@lakiayarogers4075]

I use a sub 125g, cosmos ink, epson 7720, 400/60... should I only use photoshop, because I can't get my colors to pop! I'm determined to learn photoshop because of you! Any other suggestions please let me know, your awesome 👌 subscribed

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Thank you! People like you are why I enjoy doing these videos

[@shoshannaladay4242]

help please....i have been back and forth through you video and everytime I press the colors come out a greenish hue.

[@ThePastrychef75]

Great video, what grams of a sub paper do you recommend?

[@SouthpawsStudio]

I use 125G

[@ThePastrychef75]

@@SouthpawsStudio Thank you!!

[@TheNinjaNarwhals]

Hey I know this is an old video but I have a Eason wf- 7210 and converted it to sublimation but for some reason it’s saying my yellow and black are low but they’re full for sure. What do I do

[@SouthpawsStudio]

If it gives you too much trouble, just go chipless firmware and they'll always show full.

[@TheNinjaNarwhals]

@@SouthpawsStudio I think it might be my issue because my father in law used this printer for 100 plus tumblers and gave it to me to use it since he’s not anymore and the picture just seem so dull and kinda faded after it prints and some small lines in it. Wish there was a way to send a picture for more information lol

[@angelamynatt3400]

IM HAVING TROUBLE SUBLIMATING ON A MUG, THE BLACK AND WHITE PHOTO KEEPS PRINTING IN PINK WHAT CAN I DO

[@kanoechong2474]

Aloha! Do you have any advice on little white dots when I print for sublimation?

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Is it on the paper before you print or on the material after you press?

[@RedSeaCustomz]

Possibly moisture. From what im finding tonight, a print isn't fully dried or cured until 24 hours. But you can use a fan or hair dryer or heat gun to shorten dry time and to make it gas off faster. Moisture is the enemy of sublimation. I can't fing anything on youtube or google where anyone gives advice on how long to let a sub print dry before sublimating it onto a tumbler... not...one... lol

[@Jessica-wl3of]

Hi my grays are coming out with green tint and my barbie pink colors are coming out peach. I can't figure it out. Can anyone help me? I have an order to do and can't do it. I also noticed my gold colors come out with a green tint as well. I have 10 settings I print from and I pressed all 10 and they all came out that color.

[@Jessica-wl3of]

Also is there a way to do it without Photoshop

[@jacquelinewalker6357]

like what your saying

[@SouthpawsStudio]

thanks, I appreciate it!

[@Paulina-mz2db]

Hello, hey I just got a brand new wf 7720 but accidentally printed the info sheet when setting up the printer... will I be able to convert to sublimation after this? Im so sad and desperate cause I can’t find an answer anywhere 😭😭😭

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Yes, "Converting" is nothing more than replacing the cartridges and ink. You can technically do it anytime.

[@Paulina-mz2db]

@@SouthpawsStudio OMG thank you so much! Would I have to clean it somehow before adding the sublimation ink cartridges or should I just put them in and print sublimation designs right away? Sorry for all the questions, Im just new to this 😅

[@SouthpawsStudio]

@@Paulina-mz2db Basically, you'll pull the original cartridges out and replace with new refillable cartridges and new ink. Debbie has a really good video showing exactly how to do it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZjUpmV8m9OJjLc&ab_channel=DebbieDoesDesign - Don't be surprised if it takes several test prints to get printing correctly. Mine took close to 20.

[@Paulina-mz2db]

@@SouthpawsStudio thank you !! Will check that video for sure ☺️

[@tenessarodriguez8862]

What are you using for your printer settings? My grays print with a purple tint and after pressing look brown.

[@SouthpawsStudio]

What paper setting are you using?

[@nicholamccallart]

Did you ever manage to fix this. I'm having the same problem and it's driving me mad

[@RedSeaCustomz]

Did you do the display calibration?

[@MistySommer77]

If you don’t print every week how often do you need to run your epson printer to keep it good ?

[@SouthpawsStudio]

I would run at least a test page once a week.

[@srobson8875]

I need a little more explanation of how to use the color chart. What would 4 and 01 mean ... how do I use it?

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Basically, it gives you a known value of the output.. If you need "Coca Cola Red" you know what the output is and can just pull the color from the color chart in the software.

[@srobson8875]

@@SouthpawsStudio so the numbers are not important, just use the Color Picker?

[@xxmanicmicki]

Do you have a custom for Mac? :)

[@alishajohnson1835]

Enjoyed the video, but do you have to have photoshop

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Photoshop is just what I happen to use.

[@Blunttingzz]

Is there a free version of photoshop?

[@psychodrama15]

Do you have a vid for macs?

[@SouthpawsStudio]

No, I only use PC

[@Sandra-tv4kr]

How do you do this on a Mac?

[@SouthpawsStudio]

I'm not sure TBH.. I don't do Mac stuff

[@joegowac4617]

any issues with the 7720?

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Besides it randomly deciding it doesn't like a cartridge in the middle of a print, it's been solid.

[@johnmontoya5169]

I hate that

[@destinyrivera74]

My colors keep coming out dull .I use photoshop on a Mac and press at 400 for 60 sec

[@smokedog7730]

I'm having the same issue Epson ET2710 all my reds are coming out brownish and blues are almost purple and when pressed they get even darker, (I'm on Windows) I've tried with both PS and Coral Draw. @Southpaw's Studio any ideas???? (I'm almost at the stage of throwing the printer out of a top floor window).

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Are you using the Epson print profile?

[@destinyrivera74]

@@SouthpawsStudio I'm using the epson ij printer 07 profile I've tried a lot of different ones and it still comes out dull

[@destinyrivera74]

I have the cosmo ink on a wf7720 with Mac book air

[@smokedog7730]

Yeah I'm using Epson ET2710 4 colour tanks and using a sublimation ICC as well

[@Texaschic79915]

I have a Mac 😞

[@Lisa-oh2vl]

Can you show how to calibrate on a Mac?

[@SouthpawsStudio]

Sorry, I don’t do Mac

[@bhutch216]

On Mac, just open the display tab and select calibrate and it’ll walk you through it.

[@carlosramirezfabian1256]

Lol most of the settings are actually from photoshop

[@SouthpawsStudio]

yea, that's where most color correction is done.

[@carlosramirezfabian1256]

@@SouthpawsStudio sweet

[@carlosramirezfabian1256]

@@SouthpawsStudio that's awesome