Question
What are the file specifications for submitting custom label designs?
Answer
Custom labels come in nearly any size, so instead of a fixed template you build your file to your exact label dimensions and then follow a few consistent print specs. Getting resolution and bleed right is what keeps the final labels crisp with color running cleanly to the edge.
- Format: submit a print-ready PDF.
- Resolution: 300 dpi or higher so text and images stay sharp.
- Bleed: add 0.25" of bleed all around, extending background art past the trim.
- Sizing: set your document to your desired finished label size before designing.
- Tools: Canva or professional design software both work, as long as you export to PDF at the correct size.
| Spec | Requirement |
|---|---|
| File type | Print-ready PDF |
| Resolution | 300 dpi or greater |
| Bleed | 0.25" all sides |
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