Prints Have Too Much Contrast
Because our printers have a much wider color range (Gamut) than most monitors, it is possible that the blacks are darker on the prints than your monitor. Also, if you've adjusted the brightness on your monitor you may be viewing your files as if a light were shining on it. When this same file is printed, that brightness will not be seen and therefore it may result in a dark print.
If you would rather not add Monitor or Color Setting changes to your workflow, then these adjustments may be all you need to do.
Although it looks great on your monitor
How to fix for future orders
And choose
You could also try a Levels or Curves layer if you prefer
Adjust the Brightness and Contrast to match the print
Holding the book to the right or left of your monitor (never below), compare the two and stop increasing the sliders when they match your print. Keep in mind that 'matching' your print is not that easy, because your monitor is giving off light while your print is absorbing ambient light. The light from your monitor is different than the light in your room. With that in mind, strive for the 'closest' match.
When your monitor and print match
Now your file is that much percent less 'Contrasty'
Your monitor may look too bright but the print will be perfect
Using the Adjustment Layer, you can place that on the files you feel need less Contrast
This slight adjustment will most likely be all you will need for a perfect match. Of course, we are happy to make a test print for you to confirm these adjustments.
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