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title: "What file format and color specifications do I need for vinyl decal printing?"
description: "Vinyl decals print in CMYK on white adhesive vinyl, so build the file in CMYK, send .ai vector art for clean cuts, and expect weeding and transfer tape."
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# What file format and color specifications do I need for vinyl decal printing?

Vinyl decals print in CMYK, so your print-ready file needs correct CMYK values to hit the colors you want. The decals are produced on white adhesive vinyl, then cut, weeded, and masked with transfer tape for easy application. Color: build the file in CMYK, since RGB values can shift on press Format: .ai vector files are accepted and keep cut lines clean Material: white adhesive vinyl, contour cut to your shape Finishing: excess vinyl is weeded away and the decal is masked with transfer tape

Vinyl decals print in CMYK on white adhesive vinyl, so build the file in CMYK, send .ai vector art for clean cuts, and expect weeding and transfer tape.

[Order white adhesive vinyl](https://www.4over4.com/product/white-adhesive-vinyl)

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