"CMYK" What is it?
CMYK Process (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black)
CMYK is the oldest halftone print reproduction method. Using cyan, magenta, yellow and black water-based ink screen printers can print digital designs on white or light garments. For users that are very schooled with CMYK file preparation, Photoshop, and screen making, this is still a viable print process. This method has become less frequently used daily by the majority of screen printers.
Pros:
Water and oil based inks
Soft hand feel
Wet on wet
Cons:
Difficult to prepare graphics for output
Very limited (white colored garments)
Requires advanced screen mesh and printing technique
Poor color values, limited to CMYK color gamut
Suggested Tools:
Photoshop, Corel Draw, Illustrator, etc
Rip software for the film output to create halftone.