Tips and Hints for Creating Your File (File Specs)
• When creating graphics in Photoshop, Fireworks or other raster graphics application,
use 300dpi (dots (pixels) per inch) or better (up to 600dpi)
and CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow, black) color mode.
• Remember when building a file, take into account the finished product. Consider cut size, trim, folding etc. For example, make sure your finished business card file is 2” x 3.5” (if the business card has bleeds make the file 2.125 x 3.625.
• An important issue is whether or not your image bleeds.
A bleed is a printer term used to describe whether or not your photo, graphic, or type goes to the edge of the product.
For best results, if an image touches the outside edge of the sheet, it should be extended to 1/8 of an inch past the trim size. This will insure that the paper does not show at the edges of the product.
We prefer all files one up with the canvas size set to the final trim size, unless of course it contains bleeds. Please pull bleeds and (accumulative) 1/8” off the edge of the document. *For example an 8.5 x 11 document should have a canvas size of 8.625 x 11.125.
• Multiple page files are okay.
• Make sure the photo has been scanned at a minimum of 300 dpi 600 dpi is preferable.
• Be sure to set the color to CMYK
• All layers must be flattened.
• File > Save as copy > rename the file and save
• When saving a file make sure to save as a standard CMYK format – TIFF
• If it is vector-based – EPS
• If the photo has duo-tone that you wanted printed as CMYK – convert to CMYK
• Image > Mode > CMYK
• If the image is black only > convert to grayscale PDF
• Save the file in the newest version possible.
• Make sure the file is Press ready CMYK
• Click button that says “include all document fonts” or "Embed Fonts"
Illustration/Vector Based Art
• We prefer it if the file was created in Illustrator or Freehand.
• Convert all type to an outline.
• Be sure all image layers are set to print.
• Make sure that all colors are set to CMYK. These settings are not default in the program.
• Try to avoid overusing compound masks because sometimes they do not print correctly.
• Set all images to 600 resolution or better.
• Save all files in either EPS or PDF format.
Type/Fonts
• We prefer Adobe Postscript or OpenType fonts. However there are several good manufacturers of other Postscript fonts.
• If you are only able to provide PC TrueType fonts, we will accept them. As a warning, we cannot be responsible for changed line breaks, kerning, leading, etc.
• Wherever possible, convert fonts to outline; i.e. Illustrator or Freehand.
• Always send us an exact copy of the fonts you used in all of your files.
• Different software programs have different versions of fonts. For example, the Microsoft version of Times New Roman is slightly different then the version used in Adobe products.
• Please send fonts, and/or embed them in the file.
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Excellence in Service* - B&B Graphics specializes in offset printing services, with four in-house presses.
We work extremely hard to insure that every order you place is hassle free. B&B Graphics is fully capable of meeting most printing demands, one color or full color. Here is just a sample of our capabilities; Invoices, Business Forms (Carbonless), Envelopes, Labels, Pocket Folders, Pads, Brochures, Business cards, Invitations, Postcards, Letterhead, Flyers, Newsletters, Inserts, office forms, and much more.
We realize the importance of quality delivered at a competitive price.
Since we have an in-house prepress department, we have the capability of outputting and printing jobs more efficiently.
We acknowledge that choosing a printer can be worrisome, but all it takes is one order to understand why so many people utilize our offset print services
The normal turnaround on 4 offset color printing is 7-8 working days. Four color digital printing is typically a 2-3 working day turnaround, though faster service is available. One and two color items can be printed in 2-4 business days.
Since there are so many types of printing, we ask that you,
E-mail your file to denverprinter@gmail.com
Accepted Files:
Photoshop, Illustrator, EPS, TIFF, PDF
Non-Accepted Files: Any Microsoft file, Corel, Paint, low resolution PDF's, and jpgs.
We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone. Price are subject to change without notice.
