Submitting Your Artwork | How to Upload Graphics to a Business Printer Redmond, WA

Submitting Your Artwork

Color - All images are CMYK: To avoid surprises don't use RGB colors when designing for print - RGB colors not available in the CMYK palette. We will convert RGB files but this may effect the color.
Resolution: All CMYK / Grayscale images should be 300 dpi or higher. Bitmap images should be 1200 dpi or higher at 100% of printing size.
Fonts: Special effects with TrueType fonts do not work. (Note: Bring into Illustrator and convert to "outlines" then import.) When using fonts in a layout program, use the actual font (i.e. if bold use bold; don't select the box for bold while using a light or medium font).
Proof Your File: Review copy for typos. Double check photo(s) for blemishes. Check keyline around photos for gaps. Use “registration” color for crops. Extend images past trim for bleeds by 1/8 inch. Output separated lasers. If applicable, make sure layout conforms to US Postal Mailing Regulations.
Organize Files: Label your disk with contact name, contact telephone number and list of contents. Do not send any unnecessary files. Provide final layout file. Create folders to organize other necessary files. For example, include all image files used, tiff, EPS etc. in an "image" folder and include ALL fonts used in a "fonts" folder or turn type to "outlines".

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