Question
What file format should I use for physical products printing?
Answer
Print-ready files keep your colors and detail accurate from screen to finished product. A properly built PDF is the safest choice for almost every physical print job.
| Setting | Recommended |
|---|---|
| File format | PDF (preferred), AI, or EPS |
| Color mode | CMYK |
| Resolution | 300 DPI at final print size |
- Avoid RGB files. They can shift color between your monitor and the printed piece.
- Embed or outline your fonts so nothing reflows or substitutes.
- Add the required bleed and keep critical text inside the safe margin.
- Download the product template for the item you are ordering and build your art on top of it.
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