File Recommendations:
• Set Bleed Margin to at least .125" for projects in which color runs to the edge of the page.
• Include Crop Marks if bleed is required.
• Include Fonts with files, especially when providing any file other than a PDF.
• Include Images with files if they are not embedded.
• Make sure the file and any images are in CMYK Color Mode (RGB and other color modes can produce noticeably different results than intended).
• When using black, it is best to make sure that it is only 100% K (Black) in CMYK color mode, or 100% Black in Grayscale color mode.
• Double check to make sure any overprinting color properties are properly set.
• For best results, use images that are at least 300 dpi.
• Convert text to outlines if fonts cannot be embedded or included.


Preferred File Formats:
• Adobe PDF (.pdf)
• Encapsulated Postscript (.eps)
• Adobe Illustrator (.ai)
• Adobe InDesign (.indd)


Common Printing Terms