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Artwork Guidelines

FILE FORMAT

As a starting point, we only receive "High Quality Print" PDF files from both PC and Mac software. We recommend exporting files at the "High Quality Printing" setting. Before exporting your file as a PDF, convert all text to outlines and embed all images. Include a screen shot or .jpg proof for content verification.

If you are not able to generate a "High Quality Print" PDF, we accept the following software generated file formats.

  • Photoshop .PSD Include all layers, paths, channels, links and fonts. 

  • Illustrator .AI Convert text to outlines, include all linked images (do not embed images). 

  • InDesign and QuarkXpress files are not recommended for large format printing. We only except "High Quality Printing" PDF's generated from these software programs.

 

TEMPLATES

Artwork templates in PDF format for all graphics sizes can be download on our website: www.xpodisplays.co.uk

 

RESOLUTION

The best results are achieved when the resolution of the images are between 72-125 DPI at final print size (full size). Images submitted at higher than 125 DPI will create larger file sizes without any visible gain in print quality.

 

COLOUR

All colours must be defined in CMYK. If converted from RGB to CMYK significant colour changes can occur, please proof your colours prior to submission. Pantone Spot Colours may be requested, but exact colour matches are not always possible. Reference printouts will be considered for layout only, not as actual colour reference. If a colour layout can not be sent, include a .jpg, .pdf (screen optimized) or screen shot file. Clearly mark filename as "proof". For black use (Process Black).

 

FILE TRANSFER

All files sent by ftp or e-mail should be compressed (.sit, .rar, or .zip). Your files can be sent to sales@xpodisplays.co.uk

 

PROOFING

Proof prints, if required, are approx. 12" x 12”. Please allow for additional production time when proofs are required. Final order delivery will be delayed by the time required to ship and confirm proofs.

 

TURNAROUND TIME

Turn around time for most 1-5 prints is 8-10 days, Please get in contact for an exact schedule of your order.

The Artwork Process

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