Logo: Needs minimum size, clear space and proper usage
Colors: Swatches with Pantone, CMYK, RGB and HEX codes
Typography:
Imagery:
Accepted formats:
Bleed: __” on all sides
Margins: Keep important elements 0.25” from trim edge
Color mode:
Paper stocks: Gloss, matte and uncoated
Ink coverage: Maximum __% ink coverage
Finishing types: Varnish, spot UV and embossing
Access Print Sizing Specifications
Minimum font size:
Web-safe fonts:
Hierarchy: Consider size, weight and color for clear structure
Photos: 300 DPI at 100% size
Logos and line art: Vector format preferred
Stock images: Ensure proper licensing for print use
How to create print-ready PDFs
Overprinting: Use for small black text on colored backgrounds
Trapping: Let our prepress team handle trapping
Digital proof: For content and layout approval
Hard copy proof: For accurate color representation
*Approval required before printing begins
Offset: Best for large runs and precise color matching
Digital: Ideal for short runs and variable data printing
Text weight vs. Cover weight explained
Coated stocks: Gloss, Matte, Silk
Uncoated options: Offset, Felt, Linen
Folding: Gate fold, Tri-fold, Z-fold
Binding: Perfect bound, Saddle-stitch, Wire-o
USPS regulations: Size, weight, tab closure requirements
Envelope guidelines: Placement for address and postage
FSC-certified papers available
Soy-based inks as eco-friendly option
Digital proofing to reduce paper waste
Color contrast: Use WebAIM contrast checker
Font size and readability guidelines
Alt text for images in digital documents
Upload files to our secure FTP server
Compress large files using ZIP format
Include all linked images and fonts
