Artwork
Artwork
Getting the artwork right is essential to getting a great printed result. In this section you can find information about all aspects of artwork with helpful tips, guides to explain printers jargon and answers to most frequently asked questions. 
We can accept most file types although PDFs are preferred if possible. Some other popular formats are listed below. If in doubt send us an email and we can let you know if your file type can be accepted. All artwork ordered online will be sent back to the customer as a proof in PDF format.
If possible please submit artwork with 3mm bleed and CMYK colours to save us having to convert. As we print in CMYK all pantones and RGB files will be converted.| Type | Extension | Notes |
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Preferred Format |
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JPEG |
.jpg or .jpeg |
Ensure saved at 300dpi |
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PNG |
.PNG |
Ensure saved at 300dpi |
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TIFF |
.tif |
Ensure saved at 300dpi |
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Indesign |
.indd |
Attach screen shot and linked files |
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Illustrator |
.ai |
Please save as pdf |
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Photoshop |
.psd |
Please start with a 300dpi document |
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Word |
.doc/.docx |
We charge £5 to convert word documents to print ready pdf. Or you can use the link to convert to pdf for free http://convert.neevia.com |
| Publisher | .pub | We charge £5 to convert publisher documents to print ready pdf. Or you can use the link to convert to pdf for free http://convert.neevia.com |
Bleed Explained
In this page we will attempt to explain what “bleed” is and why it is required. It will also explain how to add bleed to a document that you have designed.
What is bleed and why is it required? When images continue to the edge of a sheet of paper bleed is required. This is because a printing press cannot print to the edge of a sheet of paper. Instead products are printed on much larger sheets of paper and then cut down to size.
How much bleed is required?
The industry standard is to have 3mm of bleed on each edge. This means that the lenghts of each side will be 6mm longer. For example an A4 (210 x 297) sheet when lined up with bleed will be (216mm x 313mm). It will then be cut down to its finished size of 210mm x 297mm.Image Safe Zone: When producting any printed product you should keep any important text or graphics at least 3mm away from the cutting line. This ensures that any mis-registration will not result in anything important being clipped. The diagram below shows bleed, cutting lines and safe zone on a printed product.
How do I add bleed? Depending on the software that you are using there are many different ways to add bleed. Generally these are split into two methods described below.
1. Make the page larger - With most products it is possible to simply make the page larger when designing the product. For example with a letterhead make a page 216mm x 313mm. Remember to keep all text and logos 6mm away from each edge. (3mm for bleed + 3mm for image safe zone)
2. Use Software to Add Bleed - If you are using professional design software such as adobe illustrator, you can set the size of the bleed when you start designing the document. Just rememeber to check the bleed settings when you save the document (or export it to pdf).
1) Select the template that you would like for your stationery.
2) Fill in your details required on the stationery eg Company Name etc
3) Add the template to you basket.
4) Our designers will put the information from the form onto the design and email you a pdf proof of the design.
Please check the proof carefully for spelling errors, incorrect phone number etc.
5) You will be given an email address to send a confirmation email that your proof is correct. If alterations are to be made the designer will send over another proof.
6) Once you have approved the design it will be sent to print and dispatched.
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