Artwork Guidelines
Please use the information below when submitting artwork for your order.
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File Format
As a starting point, we only receive “High Quality Print” PDF files from both PC and Mac software. We recommend exporting files at the “High Quality Printing” setting. Before exporting your file as a PDF, convert all text to outlines and embed all images. Include a screenshot or .jpg proof for content verification.
If you are not able to generate a “High Quality Print” PDF, we accept the following software-generated file formats.
- Photoshop .PSD Include all layers, paths, channels, links and fonts.
- Illustrator .AI Convert text to outlines, include all linked images (do not embed images).
- InDesign and QuarkXpress files are not recommended for large format printing. We only except “High Quality Printing” PDF’s generated from these software programs.
Templates
Artwork templates in PDF format for all graphics sizes can be downloaded on our website: xpodisplays.co.uk
Resolution
The best results are achieved when the resolution of the images are between 72-125 DPI at final print size (full size).
Images submitted at higher than 125 DPI will create larger file sizes without any visible gain in print quality.
Colour
All colours must be defined in CMYK. Significant colour changes can occur if converted from RGB to CMYK; please proof your colours before submission.
Pantone Spot Colours may be requested, but exact colour matches are not always possible. Reference printouts will be considered for layout only, not as colour references.
If a colour layout can not be sent, include a .jpg, .pdf (screen optimized) or screenshot file.
Mark the filename as “proof.” For black use (Process Black).
File Transfer
All files sent by ftp or e-mail should be compressed (.sit, .rar, or .zip). Your files can be sent to [email protected]
Proofing
Proof prints, if required, are approximately 12″ x 12”. Please allow for additional production time when proofs are required. The time required to ship and confirm proofs will delay final order delivery.
Turnaround Time
The turnaround time for most 1-5 prints is 8-10 days. Please contact us for an exact schedule of your order.
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