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What programs can I use?
We are able to support both PC- and Mac-based
files in Photoshop, Quark, Adobe Illustrator, In Design as
well as a variety of other programs. If you are in doubt,
please contact us before submitting your files to ensure that
the software can be supported.
What formats should I use?
We can accept raster image files such as
.tif, .eps and .psd. When importing these formats into
applications, make sure to keep them as links and do not
embed them. We strongly suggest layered files to help us in
the event changes are required. A flat file enables us to
only make minor global changes.
What about vector art
files?
If you are submitted vector files, submit all
native files for logos, charts and objects.
Should I submit my
fonts?
Yes. Please zip each font used before writing
to disk. If a font is copied without compression, it often
does not copy. We suggest you verify the file sizes for fonts
before sending your file. |
Should I compress my
files?
Either compressed or uncompressed files are
acceptable. Zip and Stuffit files are easily
handled.
Should I include
special instructions with the job?
Yes! We request a separate document including
all scaling factors (don’t apply scaling), color
callouts, specific CMYK blends.
What DPI should I
use?
The higher the resolution, the better the end
product. Our recommendation is to have a dpi of between 125
and 150 at your final finished size. We can work with lesser
dpi if that is the only file available, but the quality
decreases as the dpi decreases.
How long will my
project take?
There are a number of variables, but a
generalization is between 4 and 6 days from the time of proof
approval. Requesting a print proof will add between 2 and 3
days as well as increasing the cost of the
project.
Can I use a .pdf
image for printing?
Results are generally poor when printing from
a pdf and we recommend the other alternatives mentioned
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