How can I create a print ready PDF file in Adobe Illustrator?

Adobe Illustrator exports clean, print-ready PDFs when you set up the document and export options correctly. Adobe offers a thorough guide on the process, and the essentials below cover what matters most for a file that prints as designed.

• Set up bleed in the document: add 1/8 inch bleed under File and Document Setup before you export.
• Work in CMYK: choose CMYK color mode so your colors match the press.
• Outline your fonts: converting type to outlines prevents any font substitution on our end.
• Export with a press preset: save as PDF using a high-quality or press-quality setting with marks and bleed included.