File Preparation Guidelines

Accepted Applications

If sending Working Files: link images within layout programs (Illustrator, InDesign, Freehand, QuarkXpress & Corel Draw), DO NOT embed images
include linked images
300 dpi minimum for bitmap images
ensure that all linked bitmap images are to size and not scaled down within layout program
create the transparency effects and drop shadows in Adobe Photoshop
convert fonts to paths within layout program (preferred) or include them with the files sent
1/8″ minimum outside the document edge is required for any bleed
1/8″ minimum safety zone inside the document edge is required for any text or graphic that does not want to be cut off
when designing full colour artwork create in CMYK workspace, not RGB
make sure black text is 100% black with no other colours added
use vector objects when possible, avoid using text in Adobe Photoshop
if custom bindery is required (spiral binding, hole punching, folding, etc.), please inquire for any adjustments that may be needed to artwork file
make sure final Photoshop or TIFF bitmap images are flattened
make sure ONLY files used are sent
remove references to unused fonts and colors
if possible, provide a colour accurate print proof