GUIDELINES
File Preparation Checklist
Please follow this guide to reduce potential problems, avoid additional costs and speed up production and delivery
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Scan and Save
Scanning resolution is usually twice the output line screen. A resolution of 300 dpi or close is ideal when scanning colour and grey scale materials. B/W art should be scanned not higher than 600 dpi. Text should be at 400 dpi. Always scan at 100% of the final size of your document.
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Color Modes
No RGB images. RGB is used for viewing images on a monitor. Please convert to and save all your images in CMYK mode. Your images will not output properly if your files are not set up in CMYK.
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Bleeds
A bleed occurs when the ink prints to the very edge of the paper. For bleeds, you must extend your artwork beyond the border page by 1/8 inch.
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Proofread
Please spell-check your document and review all other information carefully before submitting your files to us to ensure accuracy.
 honey3 |  aircraft box pink |
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 perfume |  aircraft tst |
 honey at |  flower bee |
 CUP SLEEVE |  l |
 WINE1 |  BLUE WINE |
 SLG |  honey sdark |
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Image Files
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Please submit all image and graphic files used in your document
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Include the original copies of each graphic file.
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Include all supporting files used in the document
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Send the linked file of "placed images" in Illustrator or Quark.
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Do not embed image files into your layout
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Fonts
Please submit your files with all the necessary fonts included – both screen & printer fonts used in your document. Without the printer fonts we cannot create a proof or plates for your print job.
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Print Guide
Please send us a mock-up or dummy of your job to serve as a guide.
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Contact Information
All files and medium sent to us should have client's complete name and contact information.
Checklist
Please include a print out or checklist of each item you are sending. If you have any further questions, please contact us