Question
What file formats are accepted for packaging labels?
Answer
For packaging labels, print-ready vector or high-resolution files give the cleanest results. The widely accepted formats are PDF, AI, PSD, and EPS, with PDF preferred because it locks fonts, colors, and layout in place across systems. Set your file up like this:
| Spec | Requirement |
|---|---|
| File format | PDF (preferred), AI, PSD, or EPS |
| Resolution | 300 DPI minimum |
| Color mode | CMYK, not RGB |
| Bleed | 0.125 inch on all sides |
| Fonts | Outlined or fully embedded |
Starting from a blank template sized to your label keeps the bleed, trim, and safe zone correct from the first click and prevents the most common file rejections.
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