{"id":16261,"date":"2017-10-20T10:38:44","date_gmt":"2017-10-20T14:38:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/65.175.118.96\/?p=16261"},"modified":"2026-07-29T15:27:26","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T19:27:26","slug":"preserving-digital-images","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/preserving-digital-images\/","title":{"rendered":"Archival Preservation for Digital Prints"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Archival Methods offers an array of products sized for the<\/span><\/span> <span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">dimensions of digital prints. <span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #000000;\">Using the 13 x 19&#8243; digital print below, let&#8217;s take a look at the archival solutions we&#8217;ve designed to work with the new digital media sizes.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/drop-front-boxes-3-inch#nomobile\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"458\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-Drop-Front-1-600x458.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16267 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-Drop-Front-1-600x458.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-Drop-Front-1.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/458;\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">3&#8243; Drop Front Box #01-035 for 13 x 19 prints. Photo credit: Joel Swartz<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Preserving Digital Images<\/span>: Archival Sleeves and Bags<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">It is important to protect the surface of digital prints, as they can be quite delicate. Moisture,  fingerprints, and abrasions can permanently damage them.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">No matter which archival storage or presentation portfolio you choose for your digital images, it&#8217;s always best to protect your prints in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/category\/enclosures\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">archival sleeves and bags<\/a>. This will help prevent any damage during handling or stacking.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/side-loading-print-sleeves#nomobile\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"302\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sleeve-Side-Loading-600x302.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16285 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sleeve-Side-Loading-600x302.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sleeve-Side-Loading.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/302;\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Polyester Side Loading Print Sleeves<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">Our polyester <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/side-loading-print-sleeves#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Side Loading Print Sleeve<\/a> is one of the best sleeves available. These sleeves have two open ends and each sleeve has a fold-lock side that securely holds your image. It also opens completely to eliminate the need to slide prints in or out of the enclosure, which helps to prevent abrasion. Unparalleled strength and optical clarity\u2014just perfect for preserving digital images and their inherently delicate surfaces.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/crystal-clear-bags#nomobile\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"324\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sleeve-Crystal-Clear-600x324.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16283 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sleeve-Crystal-Clear-600x324.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sleeve-Crystal-Clear.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/324;\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Polypropylene Crystal Clear Bags<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">This versatile polypropylene <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/crystal-clear-bags#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crystal Clear Bag<\/a> has a resealable adhesive closure strip running along one of the short sides, as shown on the far left side of this image, while the other three sides are sealed (the print shown is lying on top of the bag). This allows you to seal in your digital images, protecting them while providing easy access to your work. The adhesive strip is on the bag, not the flap, which keeps your print safe when re-inserting it.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/3-sided-sleeves#nomobile\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"296\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sleeve-3-Sided-600x296.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16282 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sleeve-3-Sided-600x296.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sleeve-3-Sided.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/296;\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Polypropylene 3-Sided Sleeves<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/polyethylene-bags#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"303\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sleeve-Poly-1-600x303.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16284 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sleeve-Poly-1-600x303.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sleeve-Poly-1.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/303;\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Polyethylene Bags with flap<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/3-sided-sleeves#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3-Sided Polypropylene Sleeve<\/a> is sealed on three sides and open on the remaining short side (the print shown is lying on top of the sleeve). Sized to accommodate mounted digital prints or storing multiple work prints, this high-clarity enclosure offers both surface protection and easy access.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">Truly a workhorse enclosure, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/polyethylene-bags#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Polyethylene Bag<\/a> has many uses\u2014including preserving digital images with delicate surfaces. Each bag is sealed on three sides, with a flap on the open short side as shown in the far left of this picture (the print shown is lying on top of the bag). This bag is recommended for work prints and other applications where utility is a top priority. They often ship folded, and they are meant for storage rather than presentation.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Preserving Digital Images:<\/span> Mat Board \/ Matting \/ Interleaving<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">In addition to classic print sizes, Archival Methods now offers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/category\/100-cotton-mat-board#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">100% Cotton Museum Mat Board<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/category\/pre-cut-window-mats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pre-Cut Window Mats<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/category\/paper-tissue\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Interleaving Paper<\/a> in sizes for digital print formats. All of these fine products maintain the same museum-quality standards on which we&#8217;ve built our long-standing reputation.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/category\/100-cotton-mat-board#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"426\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mat-Board-2-600x426.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16274 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mat-Board-2-600x426.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mat-Board-2.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/426;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>100% Cotton Museum Mat Board<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">Available in a range of colors <span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">and<\/span> thicknesses, this classic acid-free mat board is used by galleries <span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">and<\/span> museums worldwide, and it&#8217;s now available is sizes specifically geared toward enhancing and preserving digital images. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/category\/100-cotton-mat-board#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">more information<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/pre-cut-exhibition-mats-100-cotton-board#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"432\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mats-1-600x432.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16275 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mats-1-600x432.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mats-1.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/432;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>Pre-Cut Exhibition Mats<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">Expert workmanship combined with top-of-the-line materials will result in elegant <span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">and<\/span> professional matting of all your digital images. Whether intended for your portfolio or for framing, these pre-cut \/ pre-hinged mats will enhance anything you place in them. They&#8217;re ready to use right out of the package, and by exercising a bit of care they can be reused again <span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">and<\/span> again. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/pre-cut-exhibition-mats-100-cotton-board#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">more information<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/category\/pre-cut-window-mats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"478\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mats-2-600x478.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16276 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mats-2-600x478.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mats-2.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/478;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>Archival Thin Paper<\/strong><\/span> &#8211; Unbuffered<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">This high-quality acid-free paper can be used to interleave your loose prints in any storage box, and used for placement under window mats. It is thicker than most interleaving tissues so it is easier to handle, while still retaining a degree of translucency that will allow you to see what is in your mat without the need to open it. Available in pre-cut sheets sized for digital formats. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/archival-thin-paper-45-gsm#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">more information<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/archival-thin-paper-unbuffered\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"449\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thin-Paper-3-600x449.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16287 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thin-Paper-3-600x449.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thin-Paper-3.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/449;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Archival Storage Boxes &amp; Presentation Portfolios<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">Archival Methods offers a wide variety of well-made storage boxes and presentation portfolios, which are now available in dedicated digital sizes. If you&#8217;re looking for ways to showcase your digital images during important presentations, or to protect your work in storage, our elegant acid-free boxes and portfolios are the answer.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/drop-front-boxes-3-inch#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"458\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-Drop-Front-1-600x458.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16267 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-Drop-Front-1-600x458.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-Drop-Front-1.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/458;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>3&#8243; Drop Front Boxes<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">Made of high-quality boxboard in our own onsite facilities, these versatile <span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">and<\/span> utilitarian boxes are available in a number of colors and can be used to store any digital format you have. The front panel drops down to provide easy <span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">and<\/span> safe access to your matted <span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">and<\/span> unmatted work. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/drop-front-boxes-3-inch#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">more information<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/drop-front-boxes-3-inch#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"426\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-Drop-Front-1-copy-600x426.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16266 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-Drop-Front-1-copy-600x426.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-Drop-Front-1-copy.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/426;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>1-1\/2&#8243; Drop Front Boxes<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">Similar in design to our 3&#8243; version of the same product illustrated above, this sleek box can be used for both storage and as an inexpensive presentation portfolio. Sophisticated white or black surfaces and an easy-in \/ easy-out drop front make this contemporary-looking box a perfect presentation option for your digital prints. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/drop-front-boxes-1-1-2-inch#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">more information<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/drop-front-boxes-1-1-2-inch#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"420\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1.5-Black-Drop-1-600x420.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16262 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1.5-Black-Drop-1-600x420.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1.5-Black-Drop-1.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/420;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/museum-drop-front-box#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"422\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Museum-Drop-1-600x422.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16277 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Museum-Drop-1-600x422.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Museum-Drop-1.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/422;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>Museum Drop Front Box<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">This dynamic presentation <span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">and<\/span> storage box is perfect for displaying your matted or unmatted digital photographs and large artwork. The front drops down, while the removable lid makes access to your work during key presentations quick and easy, as it can be completely removed and either placed out of the way or used as a tray to hold the prints you&#8217;ve already shown as you go through your portfolio. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/museum-drop-front-box#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">more information<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/category\/onyx-portfolio-boxes#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Onyx-2-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16279 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Onyx-2-600x440.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Onyx-2.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/440;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>Onyx Portfolio Box<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">Available in many sizes\u2014including digital formats\u2014our Onyx Boxes are durable and elegant. The clamshell design makes it easy to show your print portfolio. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/category\/onyx-portfolio-boxes#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">more information<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/category\/onyx-portfolio-boxes#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"349\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Onyx-1-600x349.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16278 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Onyx-1-600x349.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Onyx-1.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/349;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Preserving Digital Images: <\/span>Folios &amp; Binders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">Rather than a full portfolio, sometimes all you need for certain meetings are a few images in a convenient folio or binder that will allow you to make stunning presentations both quickly <span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">and<\/span> easily. Here are two such presentation solutions, specifically sized for your various digital formats.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/digital-print-folio#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"467\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Digital-Print-Folio-1-600x467.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16268 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Digital-Print-Folio-1-600x467.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Digital-Print-Folio-1.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/467;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>Digital Print Folio<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">This sleek print folio offers sophistication and convenience that will enhance all your digital print presentations. Hidden magnetic clasps securely close this folio, while interior flaps ensure that nothing will fall out in transit. When open the spine and back fold completely flat, while the flaps open for easy access to your work. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/digital-print-folio#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">more information<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/digital-print-folio#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"456\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Digital-Print-Folio-3-600x456.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16270 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Digital-Print-Folio-3-600x456.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Digital-Print-Folio-3.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/456;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/itoya-art-profolio#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"416\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Itoya-3-600x416.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16272 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Itoya-3-600x416.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Itoya-3.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/416;\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Front label is easy to remove. Paper in spine can be inverted and labeled if desired.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>Itoya Art Profolio<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">Some presentations require the speed associated with just turning pages, and this practical yet professional archival portfolio binder is perfect for such situations. Offered in seven sizes, including common digital formats, this presentation binder features 24 top-loading pages with acid-free, buffered black paper to separate prints. Print capacity is forty-eight. Pages are not removable. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/itoya-art-profolio#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">more information<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/itoya-art-profolio#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"405\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Itoya-1-600x405.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-16271 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Itoya-1-600x405.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Itoya-1.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/405;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Preserving Digital Images<\/span>: Safeguard Your Digital Files<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">We would be remiss if we did not mention the importance of your original digital files, as these too need organization and care. While we&#8217;re sure that you already know of the importance of backing up your hard drives and digital files, here&#8217;s another step to consider.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/usb-memory-card-storage-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"753\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/60-601-USB-Memory-Card-Storage-Kit-Archival-Methods-v01.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24990 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/60-601-USB-Memory-Card-Storage-Kit-Archival-Methods-v01.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/60-601-USB-Memory-Card-Storage-Kit-Archival-Methods-v01-600x452.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/60-601-USB-Memory-Card-Storage-Kit-Archival-Methods-v01-768x578.jpeg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1000px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1000\/753;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>USB \/ Memory Card Storage Kit<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 14pt;\">Many photographers and artists working in digital media have stray USB thumb drives and camera memory cards floating around. Yet even when these devices are stored where you can find them it&#8217;s often difficult to know exactly what&#8217;s on any particular drive or card. This all-in-one kit will allow you to locate the digital files you&#8217;re looking for. You can index and store up to 48 USB drives, dozens of camera memory cards, even CDs and 35mm slides, all in a compact archival box that will fit anywhere in your studio or office. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/usb-memory-card-storage-kit#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">more information<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com#nomobile\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"534\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Damaged-Print-lo-res-6-copy-600x534.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-14286 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Damaged-Print-lo-res-6-copy-600x534.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Damaged-Print-lo-res-6-copy.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/534;\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">From 19th century albumen prints to your latest digital images, look to Archival Methods for all your acid-free storage and presentation needs.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"410\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Color-Print-Silver-Frame-2-copy-600x410.jpg\" alt=\"preserving digital images\" class=\"wp-image-10032 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Color-Print-Silver-Frame-2-copy-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Color-Print-Silver-Frame-2-copy.jpg 760w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/410;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Lastly, if you have an unusual print size we do offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/custom-build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">custom portfolios<\/a> with a minimum order of five. Please feel free to<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/?ip=contactus%2Ecfm#nomobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">give us a call or send us an email<\/a> <span style=\"color: #000000;\">with any questions you may have.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Updated: July 27, 2026<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Archival Methods offers an array of products sized for the dimensions of digital prints. 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