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Missing
Fonts |
| Fonts should be
embedded and converted to outlines or paths before
your document is sent to print and before you .pdf a
document. If you are sending a native application
file, be sure
the fonts
are embedded, and converted prior to sending and
make sure the printer you use accepts the type of
native file you are trying to send. Some printers
for instance do not accept Word or Publisher files.
Most printers prefer that native files with fonts are sent as a
last resort. |
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Missing
Links |
| All images and
graphics should be embedded in your files, not
linked. As a last resort if images cannot be
embedded then all linked items must be supplied with
your native documents. |
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No
Bleed |
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Most printers request a
minimum of 1/8” bleed on all files that have
information running off the page. See an example of
a bleed below.
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No
Specific Application noted |
| All file names
should have the correct file extensions. With so
many software design programs available it is
impossible to tell what file you might be sending if
you have renamed it. If you do not provide a correct
file extension it will most likely result in a delay in production
time while the printer contacts you to figure out
what they have. Examples of extensions are (.pdf, .qxd, .indd, .ai .eps) |
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RGB
files |
| All files for
commercial printing should be
saved in the CMYK color space unless you are sending
a file with only 1 or 2 colors. These files should
specify which PMS colors are used and have those
colors embedded in the file. Sending files in any
other color space may result in color
shifts. Files sent with RGB color issues are usually
placed on hold while the printer notifies you. This
will of course result in delayed production times. |
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Wrong
Document Size |
We recommend that
you design files in their appropriate size and
upload them as .pdf files.
Visit our
Tech Support Site
for blank templates and instructions on converting
your file to a .pdf file.
Publisher
Templates are also
available to design in Microsoft Publisher.
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