Question
What are some common factors that prevent a file from being Print-Ready?
Answer
Most files that get held up share the same handful of setup mistakes. Checking for these before you upload keeps your job moving.
- Document sized improperly, so it does not match the product's final size.
- Colors set to RGB instead of CMYK.
- Missing bleed, leaving white edges after trimming.
- Low-resolution images below 300 dpi at final size.
- Important text or logos sitting too close to the trim edge.
- Fonts not embedded or outlined.
Clear these and your file is in good shape to print as intended.
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