What is the final goal of performing color separations?

The final goal of performing color separations is to efficiently use printing primaries CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key/Black). By breaking down an image into these four color components, designers can ensure that the printed output accurately represents the intended colors while maximizing the effectiveness of each ink type.

This process allows for a wide range of colors to be produced by overlapping the primary colors in different proportions. Through color separations, the printer can create a full spectrum of colors through halftoning and layer combinations, which are essential for achieving rich and vibrant prints in commercial printing processes.

While improving color saturation, simplifying the printing process, and saving on printing costs can be outcomes of efficient color separation, the core purpose of the technique specifically revolves around the effective use of the CMYK color model to achieve desired results in printed materials.