Step 1) Ensure the file matches the product's required dimensions. Ensure that the artwork is created in CMYK 300 dpi with 1/8 inch or 0.125” bleed on all sides.

Step 2) Make sure that all images are embedded, and that all the text is outlined. Select all objects in your Adobe Illustrator file in all pages. Hit Ctrl-Shift-O (PC) or Command-Shift-O (Mac).

Step 3) Export all files into PDF format with bleeds (not bleed lines but bleed space).

•Download our setup guides and templates for optimal results. BE SURE TO DELETE all guidelines upon completion. 

•DELETE any hidden layers that are not intended to print (ie: setup guide lines, layers or other hidden artwork layers)

•Each File or artwork submitted must be submitted as a single PDF file. Ensure that all pages are the same size. 

•All files must be setup with proper orientation to ensure proper back up. Follow Our Orientation Guides.

•Try to avoid using borders in your design. If a border is too close to the trim, the trim may be slightly off center. 

•1/8" or 0.125” bleed and all-important art and text must be within the safety margin.

• Ensure your files are high resolution and that all images are CMYK 300 DPI. 

•Black designs should have the CMYK values: values: C0, M0, Y0, K100

•Embed all images and outline all fonts. Select all objects in your file in all pages. Hit Ctrl-Shift-O (PC) or Command-Shift-O (Mac).  

•Submit CMYK files only for best color results.

Flat print material such as business cards, post cards, posters, flyers, etc.

Page 2 referes to the other side:

Page 1 = Front

Page 2= Back

Folded print material such as folded business cards, greeting cards, brochures, etc.

Image Abbreviations Legend: 

VERTICLE: 

OFC - Outside Front Cover 

OBC - Outside Back Cover

ITP - Inside Top Panel 

IBP - Inside Bottom Panel (a.k.a Inside Cover)

HORIZONTAL: 

OFC - Outside Front Cover

OBC - Outside back cover

ILP - Inside Left Panel (a.k.a Inside Front Cover) IRP - Inside Right Panel (a.k.a Inside Back Cover) 

1) Establish the required information and ensure accurate copywriting.

2) Determine who the print material is targeted at. 

3) Use a unique voice and style your message across. 

4) Always opt for layouts that are easy to read, attractive and simple. 

5) Use no more than 4 colors and stay consistent with a selection of 1-3 fonts.