There are many solutions floating around out there for this problem. However, each solution has serious drawbacks. Increasing resolution will always result in a degradation of the image. One solution is a software program called "Genuine Fractals", but this program seems to work best with files that start out at 10MB or higher. Another solution I heard of is to increase resolution using PS in 1% increments until the desired resolution is reached. Another solution: Join the 'Photoshop Discussion List' where you can always get an answer to the most technical of questions. SUBSCRIBING: subscribe photoshop your_name join photoshop your_name alternate address: Vince