Preparing Your Files
Print-Ready files = Beautiful results
Print-Ready is a term we use which means the submitted print file meets the following criteria for print; before you send your document to your printer, make sure your file meets the following criteria:
- Convert all RGB images into CMYK color for consistent results
- Set type in InDesign or Illustrator, not Photoshop
- File has 1/8″ bleed and crop marks indicate cut lines
- Contains only high-resolution images
- Includes all fonts / All fonts are embedded (downsampling or outlining of fonts not required)
- File is in proper format (Hi-Resolution PDF single-page)
- File does not require any additional modifications or tweaks before being sent to the printer
- Only submit spot colors found in the Pantone® guide
- If necessary to submit working files, please provide a package with fonts and image links (or embed images)
Tips & How-To’s
Check out the handy sections below for tips and how-to’s. Don’t forget to check out our FAQ and link pages for more resources.