---
type: faq
title: "Do I need a special file setup for clear card printing?"
description: "Clear card printing needs one extra step that regular cards do not: a dedicated white ink layer. On a transparent stock, anything you want to appear white"
resource: https://www.4over4.com/faqs/general/do-i-need-a-special-file-setup-for-clear-card-printing
tags: ["Business Stationery", "faq"]
timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
---

# Do I need a special file setup for clear card printing?

Clear card printing needs one extra step that regular cards do not: a dedicated white ink layer. On a transparent stock, anything you want to appear white

Part of the **Business Stationery** hub. See [all faq concepts](index.md).

- Page type: faq
- Hub: Business Stationery
- URL: https://www.4over4.com/faqs/general/do-i-need-a-special-file-setup-for-clear-card-printing