Emma Davis
Emma Davis Print Production Specialist at 4OVER4.COM
Question

What file format should I use for physical products printing?

Answer

Print-ready files keep your colors and detail accurate from screen to finished product. A properly built PDF is the safest choice for almost every physical print job.

SettingRecommended
File formatPDF (preferred), AI, or EPS
Color modeCMYK
Resolution300 DPI at final print size
  • Avoid RGB files. They can shift color between your monitor and the printed piece.
  • Embed or outline your fonts so nothing reflows or substitutes.
  • Add the required bleed and keep critical text inside the safe margin.
  • Download the product template for the item you are ordering and build your art on top of it.

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