Jordan Kim Labels, Packaging & Sustainability Editor at 4OVER4.COM
Jordan is our labels, packaging and sustainability voice, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.
Question
What file formats and specifications do you need for trading cards?
Answer
PDF, AI, PSD and other common print formats are accepted, and a print-ready PDF gives the most reliable results because it preserves your layout and color exactly.
| Setting | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Format | Print-ready PDF recommended (AI, PSD and other common formats accepted) |
| Color mode | CMYK |
| Resolution | 300 DPI or greater |
| Bleed | 0.125 inch on all sides |
- Even when you order a set of many cards, supply the file at the full dimensions of a single card rather than scaling it down, so nothing is enlarged during production.
- For scannable codes on the back (links, videos or checklists), generate them with a free QR code tool and place them well inside the safe area at a resolution high enough to scan.
JPG, TIFF and EPS files are accepted too. Keep text and important elements inside the safe area so nothing gets trimmed.
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