ARTWORK SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
For Best Results, Meet These Minimum Standards:
- LINES: 0.5pt (0.007 INCHES)
- TYPE: POSITIVE: 2 PT. SAN SERIF, 3 PT. SERIF
- TYPE: KNOCKED OUT: 5 PT SANS SERIF, 8 PT SERIF
- PRINT TO DIE POSITION: 0.0625” INCHES AWAY FROM THE EDGE OF THE DIE.
- COLOR TRAP: 1PT. (0.5PT INSIDE / 0.5 PT. OUTSIDE)
- SCANNED IMAGES MUST BE AT A RESOLUTION OF 300 DPI.
- WE CAN PRODUCE DOTS DOWN TO 0.3% PERCENT.
- BLEEDS SHOULD BE 0.125” INCHES OFF THE DIE LINE.
SOFTWARE
To ensure the best print quality and avoid production delays, please follow the artwork submission guidelines below.
If your software is not listed, please contact us before submitting your artwork.
Preferred File Format
Adobe Illustrator (.AI)
- All fonts converted to outlines
- All images embedded
- Artwork built at 100% size whenever possible
- All colors created and saved in CMYK color mode
Second Choice
PDF/X
- High-resolution PDF
- Fonts embedded or converted to outlines
- Images embedded
- Include bleed when applicable
- File saved in CMYK color mode
Important
For the most accurate color reproduction, please ensure all artwork, linked images, and placed graphics are created and saved in CMYK color mode. Files supplied in RGB may result in unexpected color shifts when printed.
For any questions regarding file preparation or compatibility, please contact our Art Department before submitting your files.