File Requirements for Print
Get the best print results with proper file preparation
Resolution Requirements
300 DPI
Minimum Resolution
Required for sharp, professional prints
DPI (Dots Per Inch) determines how sharp your printed image will be. Higher resolution = sharper prints. Always use 300 DPI or higher for print.
High Resolution (300+ DPI)
- • Sharp, crisp text and images
- • Professional print quality
- • Suitable for all print sizes
- • Vector graphics (infinitely scalable)
Low Resolution (<300 DPI)
- • Blurry, pixelated images
- • Unprofessional appearance
- • Not suitable for print
- • Requires rework and delays
Recommended File Formats
Best ChoicePDF
Preserves fonts, colors, and layout
- Preserves exact fonts and formatting
- Maintains color accuracy
- Supports vector graphics
- Universal compatibility
Acceptable
JPG/PNG
For photos and simple designs
- Good for photographs
- Smaller file sizes
- Widely supported
- Must be 300+ DPI
Source Files
AI/PSD
For complex designs
- Full editing capabilities
- Preserves all layers
- Best for complex designs
- Requires design software
Color Mode: CMYK vs RGB
CMYK (Print)
- Used for printing
- More accurate color matching
- Professional print results
- Recommended for all print files
RGB (Screen)
- Used for screens/displays
- Colors may shift when printed
- Not ideal for print
- Convert to CMYK before printing
File Size Guidelines
Under 10MB
Ideal Size
Fast upload and processing
10-50MB
Acceptable
May take longer to process
Over 50MB
Too Large
Optimize before uploading
Pre-Upload Checklist
- File is 300+ DPI resolution
- Includes 0.125" bleed on all sides
- Text is 0.25" from trim edges (safe area)
- Colors are in CMYK mode (if applicable)
- File size is under 50MB
- File format is PDF, JPG, or PNG
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