Question
What file format should I use for print design projects?
Answer
PDF is the gold standard for print. It locks your layout, fonts, and images into one reliable file that prints the same everywhere.
- Export a high-resolution PDF with fonts outlined or embedded
- Keep all images at 300 DPI or higher at final size
- Convert colors to CMYK before exporting to avoid on-screen to print color shifts
- Many printers also accept AI, PSD, and EPS if you cannot flatten to PDF
Outlining fonts and embedding images prevents the most common last-minute reflow and missing-font errors.
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