File Prep


1 Step

Ensure the file matches the product’s required dimensions. Ensure that the artwork is created in CMYK 300 dpi with 1/16 inch bleeds on all sides.


2 Step

Make sure that all images are embedded, and that all the text is outlined.


3 Step

Export all files into PDF format with bleeds.

Download Setup Guide

How to set up multi-page files properly

8.5 x 11

8 Page Fold (4 panel) Half Fold Rollfold Zfold-Right front (back incl)

8.5 x 14

Half-inside Half-outside Zfold-Right front (back incl) Accordian Fold Front Gate Fold Front Gate Fold Back Double Parallel Double Gate Fold Front Double Gate Fold Back

9 x 12

Rollfold

17 x 22

Half Fold Z Fold 4panel-2over2

11 x 17

8 Page Fold 4 Panel Half Fold Rollfold Zfold-Right front (back incl) Double Parallel Double Gate Accordian Fold Z Fold

11 x 25.5

Rollfold 4 Panel accordian fold

11 x 14

Accordian Fold

File Orientation Guide

How to set up proper orientation for your files

File Orientation refers to the orientation of the artwork files submitted. Ensure that they are submitted to back up properly to produce the intended result.

Flat Artwork (Postcards, Flyers etc.)

Folded Artworks (Greeting Cards, Folded Business Cards, etc.)

LEGEND: OFC – Outside Front Cover; OBC – Outside back cover; ITP – Inside Top Panel IBP – Inside Bottom Panel (a.k.a Inside Cover)

LEGEND: OFC – Outside Front Cover; OBC – Outside back cover; ILP – Inside Left Panel (a.k.a Inside Front Cover); IRP – Inside Right Panel (a.k.a Inside Back Cover)

How To Set Up Your Files

Learn how to set up your files the right way.

General File Preparation Guidelines

  1. Download our guides to ensure a more optimal print result.
  2. Be sure to DELETE any hidden layers that are not intended to print (ie: setup guide layers or other hidden artwork layers) to ensure no risk of them appearing on the final print.
  3. Each job (including multiple paged projects) must be submitted as a single PDF file. Ensure that all pages are the same size.
  4. Files must be submitted with proper orientation to ensure proper back up.
  5. It is best to try to avoid using borders in your design. If a border is too close to the trim, the trim may be slightly off-center.
  6. File must consist of 1/8″ bleed and all important art and text must be within the safety margin.
  7. Ensure that your PDF is high res and that all images are CMYK at 300 DPI.
  8. Black type should have the following values: C0, M0, Y0, K100.
  9. Embed or outline all fonts.
  10. For best colour results, supply a CMYK only files.

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