Digital printing is a relatively new technology that uses inkjet printing to apply colorants directly onto fabric. It allows any design to be printed on fabrics like cotton, polyester, and silk. Before digital printing, fabrics must be pre-treated with chemicals to prepare them. During the process, fabric is fed through the printer and ink is applied in tiny droplets. It is then cured through heat and the printed fabric is washed and dried. Digital printing enables continuous-tone images and printing to edges but has higher costs for sampling and shorter runs due to the slow printing speed.