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File Submission:

In order to get to the quickest turn around on your job and eliminate font headaches, we require you to submit your files as CMYK TIFF @ 300 to 600 dots per inch (DPI). If you'll follow the instructions below you can avoid additional design or typesetting charges. We bill $25 in 15 minute increments for changes that need to be made to your file. You can save money by submitting your files properly.

How to Handle Bleeds

For your job to cut properly, set your file dimensions according to the table below.

	If you want a Final Cut Size of:	Make Your File:
Business Card	2.0" x 3.5"	2.125" x 3.625"
Small Post Card	4.0" x 6.0"	4.125" x 6.125"
Large Post Card	5.5" x 8.5"	5.625" x 8.625"
Rack Card	4.0" x 9.0"	4.125" x 9.125"
One Sheet Flyer	8.5" x 11.0"	8.625" x 11.125"
Brochure/Newsletter	11.0" x 17.0"	11.125" x 17.125"

For best cutting results, keep text and important elements at least 1/4" from outside border. The graphic above is a sample of a business card layout.

Black Fills

For best results, black fills should be: C=60/ M=60/ Y=60/ K=100

Important

Submit only one file per printed side.
If there are no bleeds to the edge of your work, we still need that space to be defined as a white bleed. Please export your art work with an appropriately sized border with on fill or outline, if necessary
Anti-aliasing must be turned on when you export to TIFF. This will make your text look smooth, avoiding jaggy artifacts.

Exporting to TIFF Format

All work and files must be in CYMK TIFF format with at least 300 to 600 DPI. For detailed instructions on exporting from various programs, refer to this list:

Sending the Files

Currently, you must email the files to us.