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Artwork and Printing
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Artwork and PrintingWhat file formats do you accept?
We accept your files in .PSD, .AI, .EPS, .CDR and .PDF format. However, if you want us to print your design on the transparent, translucent or metallic stock (especially if it contains white graphic elements) you preferably send us your artwork in .PSD format. The reason is, that with the chequered background it is obvious which parts are meant white in which ones transparent.
What if I want to use an unusual font?
If you use unusual fonts please embed or outline all the fonts or send us the font together with your artwork.
In what colour modus do I have to create my artwork?
Please use the CMYK modus. We can’t guarantee for colour fidelity for files using RGB.
If your artwork contains your brand colour please send us the code or percentages (CMYK).
Are there any restrictions regarding the resolution?
Files, including any images, need to be at least 300 ppi to print clearly. A lower resolution is not suitable for professional printing, as this way images may appear pixellated.
Do I have to bleed the artwork?
When creating your artwork please add to the product size 5 mm on each side. Extend your design 5 mm past the format of the finished product. For example, if your design contains a stripe which goes from one edge to the other, you must bleed it past the edges (at least 2.5 mm on each side). This prevents a white line down one or more edges of your print, caused by very slight variations in printing and guillotining.
In addition any text or important graphic element must be at least 5mm away from the edges of the finished size.
What size has to have my artwork?
All products are trimmed down on all sides, therefore the dimensions of your artwork need to be at least 5mm larger than the final trimmed product. The following table shows the size your artwork should be:
Business cards (PVC) Artwork size 90 x 60 mm Product size 85 x 55 mm
Postcards (PVC) Artwork size 90 x 165 mm Product size 85 x 160 mm
Flyers A6 (paper) Artwork size 110 x 153 mm Product size 105 x 148 mm
Flyers A5 (paper) Artwork size 153 x 215 mm Product size 148 x 210 mm
Flyers A4 (paper) Artwork size 215 x 302 mm Product size 210 x 297 mm
Calendar cards (PVC) Artwork size 115 x 75 mm Product size 11 x 70 mm
Rulers (PVC) Artwork size 215 x 55 mm Product size 210 x 50 mm
Bookmarks (PVC) Artwork size 165 x 45 mm Product size 160 x 40 mm
Plastic cards Artwork size 91,6 x 59 mm Product size 86,6 x 54 mm
What is the maximum file size I can send you?
The maximum size of a file you can upload to our web site is 10MB. Larger files you can send us via email.
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