---
type: faq
title: "What color format should my print files be in?"
description: "All print files must be in CMYK color mode, because presses print with cyan, magenta, yellow, and black inks. There is no required color profile preference"
resource: https://www.4over4.com/faqs/site-wide/what-color-format-should-my-print-files-be-in
tags: ["Site-Wide", "faq"]
timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
---

# What color format should my print files be in?

All print files must be in CMYK color mode, because presses print with cyan, magenta, yellow, and black inks. There is no required color profile preference

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