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FILE PROCESS STEPS
Digital Output
- All jobs should be accompanied by a low-resolution PDF digital proof.
- All projects must be supplied with all support files and have all fonts outlined.
- Send only back up copies of files.
- Set up your document to your final output size and include necessary bleeds:
- Small format prints typically require 0.125″ bleed on all sides.
- Large format prints typically require 1″ but can vary depending on project type.
- Disks should contain only the files which are required to complete the project.
- Let the document edges be your crop. Do not make your own crop marks. Crop marks are added during the printing process.
- Indicate any PMS colors to be matched in the document.
ENSURING QUALITY
Image Resolution
We recommend designing your large format document at actual size with a resolution of 125 dpi. For prints over 10′, we recommend designing your document in 1/10 scale.
Color Mode:
CMYK (Raster Photoshop Specs) Resolution: @ full size: 72-250DPI* (resolution requirements vary depending on production output) File Format: Binary EPS (for linked files – not ASCII) Flattened TIFF or EPS (for files printed directly from Photoshop) If you have worked on a layered version of your raster image, we request the layered PSD or TIF be sent along with any flat version you may be linking to. Delete extra layers and channels. DO NOT COMPRESS FILES IN ANY WAY. Embedded images are acceptable, though linked images are preferred. Please keep file size below 1GB, if possible. Save PDF files out of Illustrator with PDF preset [Illustrator Default] to ensure there is no compression during the save.
SPECIAL COLORS
Spot Colors
Unlike presswork, our Grand Format & Photo Image output devices do not run actual Pantone inks. Colors designated as Pantone match will be matched to the nearest process equivalents. Due to the PMS to process conversion, we are not able to match ALL PMS colors. If you have a specific color critical Pantone or spot color we can either supply a color test print/color chart (for a minimal fee)
Finishing Touches
Formats & Fonts
Color Mode: CMYK (NOT RGB)
Photoshop: TIF, EPS, PSD
Illustrator: EPS, PDF, AI (fonts converted to outlines)
Freehand: EPS (fonts converted to curves)
InDesign: PDF (provide high resolution PDF files)
We request files be provided with all needed fonts and links also provided. Files from OTHER applications may be supplied as EPS / PDF files. When designing in Photoshop, convert fonts to outlines by selecting “Type” then “Convert to Shape.” All files should be spell-checked prior to sending. We will be unable to alter the files’ content—they will have to print as provided.
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