Proofing Tips
- Reference: Include a .pdf layout reference as a visual along with your print file
- Zoom In: View print file at full size to verify quality
- Size: Double-check that the sizing of your art file matches what was ordered
- Proofread: Spell check all text
Sizing
For Digital & Offset Print Jobs:
- We prefer that files are submitted at full scale at 300 dpi, unless it exceeds the limitations of Adobe Illustrator or InDesign
- Bleed: .25″ per side unless specified otherwise
For Wideformat Print & Graphics Jobs:
- 150 dpi
- Bleed: .5″ per side unless specified otherwise
- Scaling: If file is scaled, please make note of it in the file.
Image Resolution
- Digital & Offset Print: 300 dpi
- Wideformat Print & Graphics: 150 dpi or greater
Color
- Color Mode: Create artwork in CMYK mode for print
- Spot Color/UV:
- Dielines: Open Swatch panel, choose available color, rename to Die, select Spot Color from dropdown menu. Please place all dielines within the same group.
File Format
- Preferred: packaged .ai (all links and fonts included) or HQ/Press Quality PDF (images & fonts embedded, text outlined)
- Alternative: .eps, .psd, .tif, .jpg
- Not reliable for high quality print: .png, .gif, .bmp, Microsoft Office
- Non-Adobe Programs: Canva, Corel, QuarkXpress, etc. Must be exported as a high-quality .pdf for print
File Submission
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Files may be emailed if 20MB or under
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For larger files, links to your file storage/sharing service may be emailed to your salesperson/account or project manager). Large files may also be uploaded to Roark's Hightail account.