Full Color digital print signs
File Types -
saSignWorks accepts the following file formats: .TIF, .JPG, .EPS, Adobe Illustrator CS2, and Adobe PhotoShop CS2..
CMYK Color Mode -
The color mode of submitted files must be CMYK. If your files are submitted using any other color standard, such as RGB or Pantone, we will do our best to convert your files to CMYK but if we are unable to for any reason we are not responsible for the outcome of the print. Conversion from one color standard to another may cause colors to shift.
Resolution -
For an image to print properly, the image must be at least 300 dots per inch (DPI) at the final output size. DO NOT try to change from a low resolution to a higher one by increasing the DPI in your imaging program.
Outlined Fonts -
When submitting EPS or PDF files to us, you must convert your fonts into outlines. Outlining eliminates the need to send fonts along your files, while maintaining a nice, crisp typeface.
Rich Black -
When you want an area of solid black within a document, 100% black (K) will not result in a solid; saturated black. Instead, use Rich Black, as represented by C:50% / M:50% / Y:10% / K:100%. |
The rule below applies to ALL file types and most program types. Especially Illustrator and FlexiSign Pro 7
All text should be converted to curves / outlines. This will eliminate any font compatibility issues. If you can't convert the text to curves/outlines, you will need to include the fonts as PC True Type Font.
Vinyl File Requirements
These rules apply only if a design is being supplied
File Types -
Adobe Illustrator CS -
or lower (Vector Files) - .ai, .eps, OR .pdf files, Convert Text to Curves. If file contains a Rastered file (i.e. pixel file), that file must be a minimum 300 DPI. (do not copy and paste into a new file that has 300 dpi. File must be created in a file with 300 dpi.)
Adobe Photoshop (Raster Files) -
.jpg, .tif, .bmp, .pcx, etc. If file is smaller than final output size than the file has to be created at a minimum of 300 DPI. If file is the same size as the final output, the file can be created at a minimum 100-150 DPI.
FlexiSIGN PRO 7-
These are large files and will need to be burned to either a CD or a Flash USB Drive. Those are the only discs we will accept for any files.
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Full Color Printing Requirements
File Types -
saSignWorks accepts the following file formats: .TIF, .JPG, .PDF (Acrobat 4 ), .PS, .EPS. .PNG and PSD.
CMYK Color Mode -
The color mode of submitted files must be CMYK. If your files are submitted using any other color standard, such as RGB or Pantone, we will do our best to convert your files to CMYK but if we are unable to for any reason we are not responsible for the outcome of the print. Conversion from one color standard to another may cause colors to shift.
Resolution -
For an image to print properly, the image must be at least 300 dots per inch (DPI) at the final output size. DO NOT try to change from a low resolution to a higher one by increasing the DPI in your imaging program.
Outlined Fonts -
When submitting EPS or PDF files to us, you must convert your fonts into outlines. Outlining eliminates the need to send fonts along your files, while maintaining a nice, crisp typeface.
Rich Black -
When you want an area of solid black within a document, 100% black (K) will not result in a solid; saturated black. Instead, use Rich Black, as represented by C:50% / M:50% / Y:10% / K:100%.
Bleeds -
Any time an image or color is printed to the edge of a page, it must extend at least .125" beyond the final dimensions of your job to allow for cutting variation.
Safety Zone -
Text or artwork you wish to preserve must be at least .125" inside of the final dimension of your design.
Printing with border -
When using a border in your artwork, it is essential that your design use at least .25" of white space from your border to the cut line to maintain a symmetric appearance.
Minimum Line Thickness -
If you are using a line border, be sure to make the line at least .25 pt. thick to assure the it prints correctly. |
