File Guidelines
The below guidelines are provided to assist you in preparing your print job. Send us your file.
Size and Layout
- The document size in your layout program must be the same as the final trimmed size. The document size is listed on your quote.
- All live matter must be kept a minimum of 1/4 inch from trim edges.
- All bleeds must extend 1/4 inch beyond trim edge.
- Multi-page documents should be set up in sequential order, not reader's or printer's spreads
- Panel sizes must be designed to fold correctly. Please call Sun Graphics at (920) 892-2331 if you are unsure of panel sizes.
Colors, Fonts and Images
- All graphics should be placed in the document, not embedded. Do not use nested graphics (graphics within graphics).
- Convert all RGB files to CMYK. CMYK art will appear different from RGB colors.
- B&W files must be one color bitmap or grayscale.
- Graphics/photos should have a resolution (dpi) of 300 dpi when placed at 100%. A photo's resolution changes when it is enlarged or reduced in a page layout program. This can result in poor quality or overly long processing times.
- Include fonts and all related files (clipart, images, etc.,) when submitting your document. Contact us if you have questions.
File Formats and Additional Information
- Acceptable file formats are tif, eps, pdf and jpg. Note that jpg files are low-resolution. Unacceptable formats will be converted at the hourly pre-press rate.
- Thin rules must be set to 1/2 point, not hairline or they will not appear on the printed piece, even if they show on a laser printer.
- Indicate if the job will print with spot colors. Use the exact same name for the spot colors in each design program used.
Submitting PDF Files
Native files must be set up according to our pre-press requirements. Submit your file.
- Distill PDF's at the "Press Quality" setting
- PDF's must be CMYK color mode (not RGB)
- PDF's must include crop marks and bleeds
Acceptable Media
CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, DVD, jump drive (will be returned)
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