Emma Davis Print Production Specialist at 4OVER4.COM
Emma is our prepress and print production voice, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.
Question
What file specifications should I provide to my designer for plastic frosted business cards?
Answer
Frosted plastic cards print best from a properly prepared press file, so give your designer the exact specs up front to avoid a rejected upload. The essentials come down to format, bleed, and color mode.
| Spec | Requirement |
|---|---|
| File format | Print-quality PDF |
| Bleed | 1/8" (0.125") on every side |
| Color mode | CMYK |
| Color conversion | RGB or Pantone is converted to CMYK during processing |
Building in CMYK from the start lets you preview realistic print colors. Because frosted stock is semi-transparent, keep critical text and logos on solid backing rather than relying on the frost showing through.
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