Artwork Guidelines

Great print starts with great files. Follow these specs for the best result.

File format

• Preferred: a print-ready PDF with fonts embedded or outlined.
• Also accepted: high-resolution PNG, JPG, TIFF, or AI and EPS vector files.

Resolution

Raster artwork should be 300 dpi at final print size. Large-format banners and signage can be 150 dpi at full size.

Bleed and safe area

• Add 3 mm bleed on every edge for small format such as cards, flyers, labels and sleeves.
• Keep important text and logos at least 3 to 5 mm inside the trim edge.

Colour

Supply artwork in CMYK for accurate colour. RGB files will be converted and may shift slightly. For brand-critical colour, tell us your reference such as a Pantone and we will match as closely as the process allows.

Die-cut and custom shapes

For boxes, sleeves and die-cut stickers we can supply a free dieline template, just ask. Place your artwork on the artwork layer and keep the dieline on its own layer.

Not sure?

Send us what you have at leeroy@myprep.co.nz and we will check it for free.