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File Preparation
Here are some helpful tips for preparing your files to yield the best results:
File Format
We accept the following file formats TIFF, JPG, EPS and PDF.
Resolution
All file formats must have a minimum of 350 dpi (dot per inch) resolution. Images designed for the web are done at a low screen resolution of 72 dpi. Print images need to be created at 350 dpi or there will be a substantial drop in the image quality.
Color
Since computer monitors use a different color definition (RGB) than that used by professional printers (CMYK), you should convert your document to use the CMYK color definition to achieve the most accurate color results.
Bleed
What's a bleed? It is the portion of the card that will be trimmed off when cut to the final size.
Why bleed? The purpose of a bleed is to continue a color, image or design to the edge of the card.
Please build your press-ready digital files by adding 0 .1" dimension for business cards, postcards, rack cards, add 0.125" for all other products.
We require ALL files to be built to the full bleed dimension specified for each trim size. We automatically trim 0.05" or 0.0625" off of each edge, which will result in the desired trim size, add 0.1" or 0.125" to the overall dimension of your digital layout. Example: a 5" x 7" would have a bleed size of 5.1" x 7.1" and an 8.5"x11" flyer would have a bleed size of 8.625"x11.125".
Crop Marks
Please build your press-ready digital files by adding crop marks.
Fonts
Fonts must be embedded in PDF files. Fonts must be outlined or converted to paths or curves in EPS files. Quark Express: Fonts and images must be included with all files submitted (Mac only).
Safe Zone
All critical elements (text, images, logos, etc.) must be kept at least 0.125" inside the edge. Anything left close to edge may be cut off during trimming. |
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