How to prepare print-ready files

A print-ready PDF is preferred. TIFF, PSD and source formats may also be accepted after consultation. Files from CorelDRAW or Adobe Illustrator should preferably be exported to the agreed PDF format.

Yes, but these are not the preferred final production formats. We will check resolution, compression, quality at the intended size and whether the colour can be prepared correctly.

CMYK is preferred for conventional printing. In large-format printing, colour preparation may depend on the technology, material and production profile. Tell us before production if colour matching is critical.

Small text, fine lines and small elements normally use black based on 100% K. Large solid areas may require a rich black. The exact formula depends on the technology, material and production profile.

Resolution depends on final size, viewing distance, material and technology. For work smaller than approximately 100 × 100 cm at 1:1 scale, 300 dpi is a useful starting point. Larger formats generally use lower values.

Yes. Image resolution in the file must then be ten times the value required at 1:1 scale. Always state the final production size.

Yes, when the artwork extends to the trimmed edge. Conventional print often uses 3 mm, while large-format work commonly starts at approximately 3–5 mm. Confirm non-standard allowances before preparing the file.

It is the safe distance between the cutting line and text, a logo or another important graphic element. The exact value depends on the product and finishing method.

Prepare it as a closed vector path separated from the artwork. Do not rasterise it. Confirm the layer or spot-colour naming convention for the specific order.

Yes. We recommend converting text to outlines in final vector files to avoid font substitution and changes to line breaks, spacing or positioning.

Do not add crop marks, registration marks or other production marks unless agreed. Prepare the correct finished size, required bleed and agreed technical elements.

Use a clear pattern, for example company-item-size.pdf. Avoid special characters, state the final size and identify each project element unambiguously.