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Quark XPress
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Quark XPress |
EPS |
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Adobe Pagemaker |
Tiff |
| Adobe Photoshop |
Corel Draw! |
PDF |
Adobe Illustrator
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Adobe Illustrator |
JPEG |
| Adobe Acrobat |
Adobe Photoshop |
Scitex CT |
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Microsoft Publisher |
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Microsoft Powerpoint |
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We Understand! - We know that
the process of preparing and sending your artwork can
be a complicated and sometimes frustrating experience.
And we are here to help! If you have any questions, Please
feel free to call us @ 1.877.624.8110
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FILE SPECIFICATIONS |
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UNSUPPORTED SOFTWARE FILES:
Export to .tif, .eps or .jpg format if not using supported
software ...
Files from unsupported software programs need to be submitted
in TIF, EPS or JPG format (TIF or EPS are preferred, as
the JPG format uses a "lossy" form of compression
which discards data in order to save space).
PACKAGING YOUR FILES FOR UPLOADING:
Collect and assemble files, fonts & images into single
compressed file - ZIP (for PC) or SIT (for Mac) ...
Use WinZip or similar PC based software to bundle all
your project components, including fonts and graphic images,
into a single compressed ZIP file. On the MAC, use Stuffit
to create a SIT file (DO NOT make the file into a self
extracting SEA format).
DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS:
Detailed instructions on saving and sending us your files
are detailed below. Please follow the outlined steps very
carefully. There may be several ways or options for saving
and sending us your files, but not all of them result
in a printable format. Following our procedure exactly
will greatly increase your chances of success with predictable
results.
PHOTOSHOP: (converted to
TIFF Format)
ILLUSTRATOR: (converted
to EPS Format)
QUARK XPRESS: (converted
to EPS Format)
COREL DRAW: (converted to
EPS Format)
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PHOTOSHOP:
(converted to TIFF [preferred] or JPEG Format)
To convert your Photoshop files to either of these formats, follow these steps carefully... |
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Flatten all layers and convert artwork to CMYK mode, 300 dpi resolution |
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If a bleed is required, set the document size to 1/4" larger than the final trim in both dimensions and center all artwork. |
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CAUTION: Remember that 1/8" will be cut off from all four sides when trimmed to final size |
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Restrict text and images to within the "Safe Print" zones (about 1/4" from the final paper trim edges) |
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In the fill TIFF options - Byte order; select PC or Macintosh.
DO NOT select the LZW compression option!e menu select Save As and type in the name of your file. |
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From the pop-up menu select either TIFF [preferred] or JPEG. |
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JPEG options - Quality factor should be 12 (maximum quality or largest size), in format options click on the first option - baseline (standard). |
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Click OK. Your file is now saved. |
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Assemble project file(s) into a single folder and compress into a single ZIP (PC) or SIT (Mac) file. |
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ILLUSTRATOR:
(converted to EPS Format) |
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Convert any linked or placed images to CMYK mode, 300 dpi resolution |
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If a bleed is required, bleed should extend 1/8" beyond final paper trim. |
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Restrict text and images to within the "Safe Print" zones (about 1/4" from the final paper trim edges) |
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Select All text (Select all) |
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Under text menu select "Convert to Outlines" |
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Under file menu select "Save As" |
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Type in your file name. In Save As Type field select "Illustrator EPS". |
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Use the following options: |
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Compatibility - select "Version 8" or less |
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Preview - 8 Bit |
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Options (if available) |
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Include placed images - ON |
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Include Document Thumbnails - OFF |
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Use Japanese File Formats - OFF |
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Include Document Fonts - OFF |
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Click Save. Your file is now saved in EPS Format. |
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Assemble EPS file(s) into a single folder and compress into a single ZIP (PC) or SIT (Mac) file. |
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QUARK XPRESS
: (converted to EPS Format ) |
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Convert any linked images to CMYK mode, 300 dpi resolution @ 100% |
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If a bleed is required, bleed should extend 1/8" beyond final paper trim. |
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Restrict text and images to within the "Safe Print" zones (about 1/4" from the final paper trim edges) |
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Set all colors used in the document to CMYK and ensure the "Spot Color" box does not have a check mark. |
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Under file menu select Save Page As EPS. NOTE: You will need to save each page in your document individually. |
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Type in your file name.
If you see a Save As Type field under the
File Name field, select EPS Files. |
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Use the following options: |
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Page - the number of the page you are saving |
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Format - Color (For those that have a MAC or PC choice, either one is OK). |
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Scale - 100% |
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Preview (if available) - TIFF |
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Bleed (if required) - .125" |
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Data - Binary |
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OPI - Include Images |
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Click Save. Your page is now saved in EPS Format. |
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Repeat the above for each page in your document. |
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Assemble EPS file(s) + any required screen and printer fonts into a single folder and compress into a single ZIP (PC) or SIT (Mac) file. |
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COREL DRAW
: (converted to EPS Format - Corel version 9
or 10 only) |
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Convert any linked images to CMYK mode, 300 dpi resolution @ 100% |
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If a bleed is required, bleed should extend 1/8" beyond final paper trim. |
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Restrict text and images to within the "Safe Print" zones (about 1/4" from the final paper trim edges) |
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Select "Export" from the File Menu Dropdown |
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Select Export as EPS - Encapsulated Postscript |
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Click on Export |
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Select "Include Header" with settings at TIFF, 8-bit, 72DPI |
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Select "Export Text as Curves" |
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Set "Send Bitmaps" at CMYK |
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Set "Fountain Steps" at 256 |
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Click on OK. Your file is now saved as multiple files (1 per page). |
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Assemble EPS file(s) +
any required screen and printer fonts into
a single folder and compress into a single
ZIP (PC) or SIT (Mac) file. |
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We welcome the opportunity to quote
on your next printing job  |
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Live Chat, Toll free number, and rapid email response. We’re here for you!!!
1-877-624-8110
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