Formats
We can accept art file in either
Mac or PC format.
Mac:
Illustrator CS, Freehand MX, Corel Draw 8, Quark 3.1, Photoshop
7
PC: Illustrator
CS, Corel Draw 8, Photopaint 8
We
prefer vector created documents. Illustrator or Corel Draw files
in EPS format
Color & File
Set-Up
Spot Color Jobs: Set
all colors as Pantone® (up to 7 colors max)
4-Color
Process:
Set colors to CMYK. Be sure that all files linked to the final
document have the exact same color names for any identical colors.
Never use less than a 5% screen.
Document size: Please prepare your file to one of the following
sizes:
8 oz. Labels: 1.75 x 6.5
12 oz. Labels: 1.75 x 6.5
16.9 oz. Labels: 2.125 x 7.75
20 oz. Labels: 2.125 x 8.5
Please allow for a 1/8 minimum border clearance unless a bleed
is required
Images
The minimum resolution for color
images is 300 dpi. Please do not increase the resolution of a
lower resolution image without re-scanning to actual size. Poor
images will be rejected or you will be asked to sign a waiver.
If you do not have access to graphic services, send us your original
picture and we will scan it for you at NO CHARGE!
Typography
For legibility, regular type should be no smaller than 4 point,
and reverse type no smaller than 6 point and in bold. Note: print
will always look better if you use the actual typeface (bold,
italic, etc) instead of using the program style menu. Be sure
to include both screen and printer fonts when submitting art
files. If fonts are not available, convert the entire file to
curves/outlines prior to sending.
The Proofing
Process
Spot
Color Orders: You
will receive a fax paper proof or emailed PDF file usually within
one business day of your order submission. Please print this
document and make any required changes or sign your approval
and fax it back to us. If you do not have access to a fax machine,
you can reply via email noting any changes or approval.
4-Color Process Orders:
When submitting a process file, please send along a color proof
for comparison. We will provide a Fuji Digital proof via Next
Day Air at no charge.
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