FILE PREPARATION CHECKLIST

Please follow this guide to reduce potential problems,
avoid additional costs and speed up production and delivery

1. SCAN/SAVE
Scanning resolution is usually twice the output line screen. A resolution of 300 dpi or close is ideal when scanning color 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. PROOFREAD
Please spell-check your document and review all other information carefully before submitting your files to us to ensure accuracy.

5. IMAGE FILES

• Please submit all image and graphic files used in your document
• Include the original copies of each graphic file.
• Include all supporting files used in the document
• Send the linked file of “placed images” in Illustrator or Quark. 
• Do not embed image files into your layout

5. 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.

6. PRINT GUIDE
Please send us a mock-up or dummy of your job to serve as a guide.

7.  CONTACT INFORMATION
All files and medium sent to us should have client’s complete name and contact information.

8. CHECKLIST
Please include a print out or checklist of each item you are sending.

If you have any further questions, please contact us at 888-888-4211