artwork

guidelines

These guidelines include important details on how to place graphic orders, where to upload art files, art guidelines and production timelines. We are committed to providing you with tools designed to make your job simple and seamless.

acceptable file formats

• High Quality Editable PDFs
• Illustrator CS6 or below
• Photoshop CS6 or below
• InDesign CS6 or below (not preferred)
• Quark 6.0 or below (not preferred)

High Quality Editable PDFs, Photoshop, and Illustrator files are preferred, as they are more suitable applications for large format printing. Art time will be charged if files need to be fixed or altered to meet guidelines. When sending files, please be sure to include all support art (fonts, linked images, etc.)

Please note that Illustrator special effects such as glows, transparencies, or drop shadows are not recommended. These effects sometimes have unpredictable results when printing. Photoshop is preferred when using these special effects.

resolution

All raster files (either print files or linked files) must be at least 100 pixels per inch at 100%.

font specifications

Fonts must be converted to outlines. If fonts are not created to outlines, please provide Macintosh or TruType fonts. If changes need to be made in the file, please provide the fonts and a version of the file with editable type.

color specifications

• All files are printed as CMYK. Please send files with a CMYK build, and provide a PDF layout or hard copy proof of the files being printed.
• If Pantone colors need to be matched please specify on purchase order or hard copy reference.
• All critical Pantone colors need to be called out in the file as solid coated swatches. If multiple Pantone swatch books are used in the file, all will be matched to solid coated unless otherwise specified.
• Feel free to submit catalogs, brochures, printed proofs, etc. to use for a color reference.
• If color matching is required for Photoshop files please provide a layered file. Art time may be charged to correct flattened Photoshop files.
• If color matching to existing graphics, we will need those back for review. Please contact your sales representative for an RA number.
• Orders without indication of Pantone colors, supplied proofs or requested hard copy proofs are NOT guaranteed for color.

murals & popup graphics

Mural files must be built as one file. Please note where panel breaks are located and try to
minimize the amount of type that crosses over the panel breaks.

bleed specifications

Different printing processes may require different bleeds.

All graphics produced require specific bleeds. Below is a general outline for the required bleeds:

• Mural Pop up Files - 1/2" bleed around the perimeter. Refer to graphic template.
• Compact Images - 2" bleed around the perimeter. Refer to graphic template.
• Wave, Pulse - 2" bleed around the perimeter. Refer to graphic template.
• Banner Stand Graphics - each product has specific bleed requirements. Refer graphic template. All banner stand graphics printed on 8oz. Oxford will require an extra 1" bleed around the perimeter.

 To ensure your graphic is set-up properly, download and use the graphic template provided.

turnaround times

graphic templates