Common problems with files.
Photoshop
1. Do not send flattered files as this will not give the best result. And if there is a problem it hard to fix.
2. Please convert all type to shape:
A: Select type layer on layers
B: Go to top drop down menu >Layers >type>convert to shape.
C: repeat this for all type layers.
4. Setup black as maximum of C50 M50 Y50 K100. Larger saturations may create problems when printed.
5. Set up file as CMYK not RGB. RGB colour will print terrible as they are screen colours.
6. Set up artwork at 300 dpi minimum at correct size.
Illustrator & Indesign
1. Convert all type to outlines before it is sent.
2. Setup black as maximum of C50 M50 Y50 K100. Larger saturations may create problems when printed.
3. Set up file as CMYK not RGB. RGB colour will print terrible as they are screen colours not print colours.
4. Embed images or send linked images with files.
Word & Publisher
1. Please provide fonts used.
2. Use only large images at least 300 dpi.
PDF Files
1. Crop marks - Please make sure they are outside bleed area.
2. Colours should be CMYK only . No RGB colours .This includes photos.
Spelling & Numbers
Please Check spelling and numbers befor you send.
If you do not do the above things - we will ask you to resend the files and this will delay the printing process.
Illustrator Card Templates
These are illustrator PDF files and will open with Illustrator CS3
Spot UV+Foil cards 90 x54mm
Poly-T- Frosted Business Cards 90 x54mm
Poly-W- Plastic Business cards White Base
85.5 x54mm with rounded corners
PVC-T, TF, TW- Frosted Business Cards
85.5 x54mm with rounded corners
PVC-W Plastic Business Cards White Base
85.5 x54mm with rounded corners
PET Plastic Business Cards
85.5 x54mm with rounded corners
Cardboard cards Templates 86x54mm
We prefer Illustrator but we are also happy to except any of the below. Illustrator is the best program for sharpest type and images.
