Artwork Guidelines

We’ve prepared this guide to help you supply print-ready files. Properly prepared files ensure the best results and help us process your order without delays. If you’re unsure or need help, please choose Hire a Designer at checkout.

Quick Checklist ✅

• All fonts are embedded or outlined.
• Text is legible and sharp.
• Page layout and margins are correct.
• Artwork matches the correct size (A4, A3, etc.).
• Images are linked or embedded in the file.
• Colours are set to CMYK (not RGB).

Bleed & Safe Area

• Add 3mm bleed to any artwork or images that go to the edge of the page.
• Keep important text or logos at least 5mm inside the trim line (safe area).
• This ensures no white edges or accidental cropping.

Colour

• Colours may look different on screen compared to print — this depends on your monitor, resolution, and lighting.
• Always supply files in CMYK for best results.
• Pantone/spot colours may shift when converted to CMYK. If exact colour matching is critical, please request a hard proof.

Image Resolution

• Photos and images: 300 dpi at final size.
• Text or logos saved as images: 1200 dpi recommended.
• Avoid low-resolution web images (72 dpi).

File Formats

• Preferred format: PDF (Press Quality) with fonts embedded.
• We also accept files from Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign — but please export them to PDF before uploading.

Proofs

• A PDF soft proof will be provided for layout and content check.
• Digital proofs are not exact for colour accuracy.
• If precise colour matching is required, request a printed hard proof (extra cost may apply).