Tobias Reed Production Knowledge Lead at 4OVER4.COM
Tobias is our voice for cutting, binding and large format, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.
Question
What file formats are accepted for large format?
Answer
For large format we accept the common professional print formats, with PDF the preferred choice because it locks in your fonts, colors, and layout in a single file.
- PDF: preferred, since it preserves fonts and layout exactly as designed
- AI: Adobe Illustrator files, ideal for vector artwork and logos
- PSD: layered Photoshop files for photo-heavy designs
- High-resolution JPEG: accepted when a flattened raster file is all you have
Whichever format you send, set the document to CMYK color mode and include the proper bleed so the edges trim cleanly. Flatten or outline fonts if you are unsure they will embed.
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