Artwork Guide
File Format
RECOMMEND
AI or PDF is the recommended file format for printing.
We also accept JPEG / EPS / PSD / TIFF format that has good resolution (300 DPI or higher)
If you would like to use a different format, please contact our customer support.
·Difference between AI and JPEG
AI / EPS (Vector)
Results in crisp and fine printing quality.
Resolution does not change no matter how big the print is.
JPEG (Image)
Low quality images result in pixelated and blurry printing.
The bigger the print is, the lesser quality it produces.
ARTWORK ORIENTATION
Shape
Square or Rectangle
- Square or Rectangle
- Circle or Oval
Without Border
.08inmargin
.08inmargin
Background Bleed (2.14x2.16in)
Movement up to 0.08" may occur during
cutting process. Please extend the
background color (if any) to this line.Trim Line (2x2in)
It is the actual size of the
printed product.Inside Safety Bleed (1.84x1.84in)
Please include the important contents and
designs within the inside the safety bleed.
COLOR MODE
Please make sure that your design is set in CMYK color mode for printing.
CMYK is the color scheme used for mixing color in graphic designs,
while RGB is associated with electronic displays, such as TV screens, monitors, camera, etc.
CMYK mode
RGB mode
IMAGE RESOLUTION
Images with resolution at 300DPI or higher is recommended.
Images created for websites generally have a resolution of 72 DPI (Dots Per Inch). This is much lower than what is required for good quality print.
If the artwork is supplied at a low resolution, the printed image may appear blurred, jagged and rough.
300dpi or higher
72dpi
FONT OUTLINE
Please make sure the fonts are outlined if you are working on Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop.
If the fonts are not outlined, the designated fonts may be replaced with other fonts or may be displayed incorrectly.
After selecting the font to be outlined, right-click and select Create Outlines. [Shift+Ctrl +O]
Non-outlined font
Outlined font
EMBED
If there are image files added to your design, please make sure they are embedded.
If images are not embedded properly, they would not be found or displayed properly.
Click Embed in Control Panel.
FONT SIZE & STROKE
It is recommended to design with fonts of 4pt or more. Small characters may be crushed and difficult to read.
Please design and create a line thickness of 0.25pt or more. Thin lines or small designs may not be visible once printed on sticker.
Font size more than 4pt / Stroke 0.25pt and less
Font size more than 4pt / Stroke 0.25pt and more
CUTTING MOVEMENT
Cutting movement of .04 to .08in will not be subject to defects due to mechanical tolerances. Please consider carefully before designing.
Design with border >>> The misalignment becomes more obvious.
Design without border >>> The misalignment is less obvious without the uneven border. [Recommended]