Submitting artwork
these tips will ensure your files are suitable for digital productoin, saving you time.
common issues with submitted graphics artwork
We love to design, but we will also gladly accept submitted artwork. Submitting materials to a printer on disk, USB drive, or via electronic transmission can save time, or waste it. To prevent delays in getting your print job started, make sure you furnish us with clean files that don't need extra work. Here is a list of common problems when submitting digital files:
Please see below for detailed submission guidelines.
Contact us with any questions or concerns.
FILE TYPES
PDF or other vector files are preferred for printing. We can accept almost any file type. If you are unsure whether your file is acceptable, see the below list of common file types, or contact us.
VECTOR ART:
PDF, EPS, AI
RASTER OR BITMAP ART:
JPG, PSD, TIFF
FONTS & LINKS
It is important to include all necessary fonts and links (images, logos, etc.) when sending us a file for printing.
Most programs have a "Package" function that will create a folder with all necessary fonts and links.
BLEEDS
Bleeds ensure that color and images will run to the very edge of a page when printing. Please specify if you want your design to bleed.
RASTER ART
Raster art includes: PSD, TIFF, JPEG, photos, and logos with raster graphics.
Low-quality raster logos and other lineart can be recreated; photos cannot.
VECTOR ART
Vector images are scalable and greatly preferred for design work as they provide the highest-quality result. Vector art includes: PDF, AI, and EPS files.
COLOR
We do not recommend designing in an RBG color space; please convert to CMYK prior to submitting. When color match is required, follow these requirements: