Art TV FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

What resolution do I need for art TVs?

Art TVs like Samsung Frame, Hisense Canvas, and similar displays require 4K resolution (3840 × 2160 pixels). This ensures sharp, clear images when displayed on the TV screen.

Learn more in our art TV resolution guide.

What aspect ratio should I use?

Art TVs require a 16:9 aspect ratio (widescreen format). This matches the TV screen format and ensures images display properly without distortion or black bars.

Most photos aren't in 16:9, so you'll need to crop your images before upscaling. See our guide on how to resize images for art TVs.

What file format is best for art TVs?

PNG is recommended for artwork and images with text, as it provides lossless quality. High-quality JPEG works well for photographs and offers smaller file sizes.

See our complete art TV artwork format guide for detailed comparisons.

Why do my photos look blurry on my art TV?

Blurry photos on art TVs are usually caused by:

  • Insufficient resolution (less than 4K)
  • Wrong aspect ratio (not 16:9)
  • Simple resizing instead of AI upscaling
  • Heavy compression reducing quality

Learn how to fix this in our guide on why photos look blurry on art TVs.

Do I need to crop before upscaling?

Yes, always crop to 16:9 before upscaling. Cropping first ensures:

  • No distortion when upscaling
  • Optimal composition for widescreen
  • Better use of processing power
  • Professional results

Upscaling before cropping wastes processing and can introduce artifacts.

What's the difference between resizing and upscaling?

Simple resizing just stretches pixels, making them larger but not adding detail. This causes blurriness.

AI upscaling uses machine learning to intelligently add detail and enhance image quality, resulting in sharp, clear images.

For art TVs, always use AI upscaling to achieve 4K quality.

Will the same image work for Samsung Frame and Hisense Canvas?

Yes! Both Samsung Frame and Hisense Canvas use the same requirements:

  • 3840 × 2160 pixels (4K)
  • 16:9 aspect ratio
  • PNG or high-quality JPEG format

An image prepared for one art TV will work perfectly on others. See our Samsung Frame guide and Hisense Canvas guide.

How do I prepare images for art TVs?

The process involves three main steps:

  1. Upload your image
  2. Crop to 16:9 aspect ratio
  3. Upscale to 4K resolution (3840×2160)

See our complete guide on how to prepare images for art TVs.

What color space should I use?

Use sRGB color space for art TV images. This ensures:

  • Universal compatibility with all art TVs
  • Consistent colors across devices
  • No unexpected color shifts

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