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Artwork File Specs
1) Files in any common graphic format: pdf. jpg, eps, ai or vector files whenever possible. All other formats may require additional art charges, as well as, a delay in production.
2) Set up image in CMYK format. Setup files at 100% of final size and preferably 100 DPI (200 DPI 50%). Minimum acceptable level is 72 DPI for graphics and for photographs at full size
3) DO NOT increase both image size and image resolution of your file. Artificially, increasing image resolution in a program like Adobe Photoshop will reduce image quality by making the image appear out of focus and fuzzy.
4) All images placed or embedded into documents shout be included separately, in addition to the completed file. Convert all text to paths. Send Font as Truetype file.
5) Select Pantone colors directly (do not "build" colors). Do not overlap vector & raster graphics of the same color. Large Format Printers are not Pantone devices. Colors will be close but not exact.
6) Always include Color Hardcopy (printout) of files for reference if mailing files. If e-mailing or uploading the files, include a smaller JPEG or PDF file.
Bleeds
If your print requires mounting, or the size is critical, then you should
allow for 8 mm bleed on all sides of your file. This will allow us to trim
your print to size more precisely without having the paper edge show. If the
final trim size of your print can vary by 4 mm or if your print doesn't require
mounting, then bleed is not necessary.
Resolution and File Size
The proper resolution for scanned images is really dependant on the viewing
distance for the finished print, and the quality you would like. For viewing
distances of 5 feet using 600-1200 dpi output, scanned images should be at
least 100 dpi at their actual final output size, and we recommend 150 dpi.
Some improvement in quality is noticeable at resolutions above 150 dpi, but
unless your final print will be viewed from 2 feet or closer, the extra resolution
will not be noticeable. At viewing distances of 10 feet or greater, lower
resolutions are acceptable.
For 720-2880 dpi output, higher resolution scans are required for the best quality output. A minimum of 200 dpi at the final output size is recommended, with 250 - 300 dpi providing the best quality. There is no noticeable improvement in images above 300 dpi, but if your print contains text or line art elements that are part of the bitmap image, higher resolutions could be beneficial. In general, it is best to leave these types of elements in their native form for the best quality output.
Scans should be in CMYK color mode for the best results. Of course, we recommend our scans because we can control the color and file size for optimum quality. Plus, we have high-end, professional prepress scanning equipment that provides far superior results to any desktop scanner. We can also convert your RGB files to CMYK using our custom CMYK conversion tables if you are uncertain about this process. Many decent scans have been ruined by poor CMYK conversions. Keep in mind that when changing from RGB to CMYK, certain colors will shift due to the more limited color space of CMYK. If you are a do-it-yourself person and are concerned about how certain colors will convert, you may want to perform the conversion so you can view the resulting file and try to compensate for any undesirable shift in color.
For
any job where the final color is critical, we recommend a color proof before
we run your final prints. The extra cost could easily pay for itself if problems
are found with the color. Contact us if you have questions about this process
and we will help you determine the best approach for your job.
File Transfer
We can read almost any type of removable media, such as Zip, ,CD, DVD, and all memory card formats such as CompactFlash, SmartMedia, Memory Stick, and Microdrive.
Send us your artworks...We'll do the rest.
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