Printing Knowledge
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What types of files are accepted? 2013-01-15
The best file format to submit your artwork in is Adobe Acrobat - pdf Please ensure you have followed these steps prior to sending the artwork : 1). Convert all text to outlines / paths (the exact terminology depends on your software). Please include…
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Artwork guidelines 2013-01-15
- The resolution of your artworks should at least be 300dpi (300 pixels per INCH or 118 pixels per CM) to create high quality printing matters. If your image contains texts, we suggest you use higher resolution artwork up to 600dpi. - Bleed: 3mm for …
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Vector vs Bitmap Formats 2013-01-15
Vector artwork employs a series of 'points' to define a shape, akin to a graph in mathematics. This ensures that any vector shape, at any resolution, should always print sharply. On the other hand, bitmap artwork is composed of blocks (pixels) that…
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What resolution does my artwork need to be for uploading? 2013-01-15
Your artwork should be created at 300 dpi (dots per inch) or higher. If your artwork is at a lower resolution than this, the printing quality will be affected. Please note, your photo or design must meet the required file size, image dimensions, reso…
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How to compress my artworks? 2013-01-15
If you are using Windows, just follow the following steps:
Select your artworks or folder and then right click. Highlight "Send To." Click on "Compressed (zipped) Folder." A compressed folder will be created containing the same name as the file y… -
What should be the bleed allowance for my artwork? 2013-01-15
For books, folds, paper handbags, posters, flyers, folders, and cards, a bleed of 3mm is recommended, whereas for boxes, a bleed of 5mm is advisable.…
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When does the turnaround time start? 2013-01-15
From the day of the clearance of the payment and the confirmation of the proof of the artwork.
*Please note, it does not start from when you first contact us, we need a short amount of time to prepare your order before printing and we require your co…