I am importing graphics into layouts using FileMaker 5.5, and in one file I get a much larger file size than another.

For example, I prepare a picture in Photoshop with the following conditions: 8-bit RGB flat JPEG file, 780x580 pixels (10.83x8.06 inches) @ 72.00 pixels/inch, and the JPEG file size is 212k

I import this graphic (Insert -> Picture... in layout mode) into a FMP file, lets call File "A", and the file size increases by 204k after the import. This was as expected.

I import exactly the same way into another file, the same picture, lets call File "B", and I get an increase in file size from 14MB to 15.6 MB, an increase of about 1.6 MB. This was not expected.

It would seem the imported picture into File B was, as if, it was in PICT 32 bits format, similar to using a copy and paste technique, whereby the file size increased by 1.2 MB.

Why is this? Is there a different in File A and File B settings/preferences whereby import into File A, you get a similar file size increase as the JPEG file but import into File B, the increase in file size is similar to PICT 32 Bits uncompressed format.

I would like to thank in advance for your help.

Best regards,

Simon

You probably ahve the option to store compatible graphics selected. When it is selected, a PICT copy is also stored for cross platform compatibility.

Old Advance Man

Yes there is a setting: Preferences, Document, Store Compatible Graphics.

AFTER you check this box, FileMaker will store a cross-platform viewable version of any new graphics imported (into either Container fields, or Layouts), essentially 2 versions of the same graphic. This would account for the greater than expected increase in the file size. Note, checking this box will not apply to any graphics already in the file -- you should re-import any images to take advantage of this feature.

Thank you both for your help. Your suggestion solved the problem.

Best regards,

Simon