LightCyanLightMagentaVarianten

LightCyanLightMagentaVarianten denotes a family of color reproduction options that use light cyan and light magenta inks to extend the tonal range of standard CMYK printing. In many modern printers these light inks form part of five- or six-color configurations, enabling smoother gradations in light areas and more nuanced pastels and skin tones.

Variants commonly include light cyan (LC) and light magenta (LM), with additional variants such as extra-light versions or media-specific profiles. They are typically implemented as ICC profiles within RIP software or printer firmware that map target colors to the expanded ink set.

Applications include professional photo printing, portrait work, and art reproduction, where smooth gradients and improved skin tones are advantageous.

Benefits include reduced banding, better highlight detail, and a broader color range; drawbacks can be higher ink usage, longer dry times, potential metamerism, and the need for careful calibration.

Implementation varies by printer model and firmware; users should test with target media and ensure proper ICC profiling to avoid color drift.