Question
What does the 4/0 and 4/1 designation mean for printing?
Answer
These numbers describe how many ink colors print on each side of a piece. The first number is the front, the second is the back, and 4 stands for full-color CMYK while 0 means nothing prints on that side.
| Notation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 4/0 | Full color on the front, blank back (single-sided) |
| 4/1 | Full color on the front, one ink color (usually black) on the back |
| 4/4 | Full color on both the front and the back |
- Pick the option that matches whether you need one side or both sides printed.
- Upload artwork for every printed side the option calls for.
- If both sides are full color, choose the 4/4 option and supply front and back files.
Matching the notation to your artwork makes sure each side prints the way you intend.
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