Question
What should I consider when designing text for foil printing to avoid misprints?
Answer
Foil is stamped through a metal die, so text has to be big and solid enough for the die to grip cleanly. Thin or tiny lettering is where foil misprints most often show up.
- Keep type large and bold, since heavier weights hold foil far better than light or condensed fonts.
- Avoid hairline strokes and very small point sizes, which can break up or fill in.
- Give letters a little breathing room so adjacent strokes do not bridge together.
- If a design needs fine detail, increase the size and weight or simplify it before committing to foil.
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