Artwork guidelines

PDF Files

We request all our artwork to be supplied as high resolution (300dpi). It is important that you prepare your PDF file in the correct way. These options must be set for commercial printing:

Resolution - Choose High Resolution
Compression Settings - For colour and greyscale this should be down sampled to 300dpi with "auto compression" set on high
Font Embedding - Should be set to "embed all fonts"

Colour needs to be set as CMYK not RGB (RGB artwork will be converted to CMYK and this could affect your colours).

Colour profile needs to be set to FOGRA39

Illustrator

Include all embedded images and convert all text to curves. Save as an EPS file.

Photoshop

Set Resolution to 300dpi when starting your new document. Save file as either TIFF or JPEG.

Other files not listed above must be saved either as a EPS or JPEG.

Please note: If you need us to make changes to your file (JPEG / EPS), we will require you to re-supply new artwork as either a PSD, PDF or AI file as we are unable to make changes to flattened images (JPEG / EPS / TIFF).

Indesign

Please ensure all fonts and pictures used in your artwork are supplied to us in a separate folder using the "package" function under the "file" menu. Compress the document using Stuffit or WinZip before uploading or sending your order via e-mail.

Please include a PDF. This is for our reference to make sure that nothing is missing or moved on the artwork supplied. Please note that this will be proofed first and could cause a longer delivery time.

Imposition

Please ensure that you do not supply your files imposed or as "printers pairs". Please only send one version.

Artwork Bleed

It is essential that there is a minimum 3mm bleed around your artwork. This is for cutting purposes. For example: A6 size would be 111mm x 154.50mm. Save your artwork as any of the above formats. Please note that there is a 2mm tolerance for cutting on all jobs.

Please ensure that the colour is set to CMYK not RGB.

Microsoft Documents

We cannot use the following formats for printing:

Word
Excel
Powerpoint
Publisher
Works

Below is a link to a website that can convert any of the above files into a useable PDF, it is easy-to-use and will do it for you right there online. IT'S FREE!

https://www.zamzar.com/

Please note that it is important when supplying a PDF from a Microsoft document, care is taken to ensure any spot colours are created correctly in your original document.

Please supply a screen shot of your Microsoft document before conversion this can be done by the following:

PC operators – There is a "PRINT SCREEN" button on the keyboard
Mac operators – Press the "Apple" and "Shift 4" keys, then highlight the area you wish to copy. This saves a PNG copy to your desktop

Wirobound Brochures

Please allow a 10mm allowance on the edge of the artwork that will be wirobound. Failure to do so may lead to some of the artwork being "chopped off" and obscured by the wires.

Proofing

Proofing your artwork is easy and hassle-free with our free online proofing tool. You will be taken to the proofing tool automatically when uploading your artwork on selected products, however you can choose to continue your purchase without proofing. A video and PDF guide is available on the page to assist you through the process.

If you’d rather have your artwork proofed by our specialist team, you can request this service for an additional fee. A proof can be sent to you via email (a fee of £20 is charged) or by post (a fee of £35 is charged) if you request this when the order is placed.

Remember a proof is submitted to you to ensure the accuracy of your printed products. You, the customer, are responsible for ensuring the complete accuracy of your proof. After agreeing to the Proof Approval declaration found on the online proofing tool or sent via email, you are responsible for any errors or omissions not indicated at this time. More information on proofing can be found in our Terms and Conditions.

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