Printing can be confusing when it comes to getting the colors, crops and files right. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions below! As always, if you have specific questions that are not listed here, you are always welcome to contact us directly at sales@print-creations.com.
General
Files & Design
We prefer that you send us PDF files with embedded or outlined fonts. PDF files are easier to handle and will likely speed up your turn-around. Remember to flatten your layers before sending us the file.
Do not use fonts smaller than 8 pts. Note that small or very narrow fonts may not be rendered well on print against dark backgrounds.
Keep all lines at least .25 pts thick. While thinner lines may be visible on screen, they may not show on print.
Please note that if the border is too close to the cut line, it may be slightly cut off-center. When trimmed, the border should be 1/4” thick. Therefore, it should be set up to be 3/8” from the bleed line. There is a cutting tolerance of 1/16”, which may cause uneven borders.
Because blue is close to purple on the CMYK spectrum, use a low amount of magenta whenever using high amounts of cyan to avoid purple. (Example: C-100 M-70 Y-0 K-0)
Always check the CMYK values of your grayscale in the final CMYK document. If there are other values other than K in your grayscale image, there is a chance that the color will vary.
To eliminate all values other than K, use your Channel Mixer (adjustment layer) in Photoshop, then click “Monochrome” and adjust accordingly.
We recommend using C-60 M-40 Y-40 K-100 to get a deep, dark, rich black.
Cracking is normal when coated jobs are scored and folded. Ordering the job without UV will help but may not prevent this. As the job is used and folded more and more, cracking will eventually happen.