Artwork File Requirements
Submitting the right file format ensures your print looks exactly as intended. Here are our artwork requirements for every product type.
Accepted File Formats
| Format | Type | Preferred? | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| AI (Adobe Illustrator) | Vector | ✓ Preferred | Best format. Fully scalable, no quality loss at any size. |
| EPS | Vector | ✓ Preferred | Industry standard vector format. Works with all print methods. |
| PDF (print-ready) | Vector/Raster | ✓ Preferred | Include bleed and crop marks for business cards and print products. |
| PNG | Raster | Accepted | Minimum 300 DPI at print size. Transparent background preferred. |
| JPG/JPEG | Raster | Accepted | Minimum 300 DPI at print size. No transparency support. |
| PSD (Photoshop) | Raster | Accepted | Accepted. Send with all layers intact and at 300 DPI. |
Specs by Product Type
Custom Apparel (DTF, Screen Print)
- →Resolution: 300 DPI minimum at print size
- →Color mode: RGB for DTF; Pantone/spot colors for screen printing
- →Transparent background (PNG or AI preferred)
- →Specify print location: full front, left chest, back, sleeve
- →Full front print: up to 12×16 inches
- →Left chest: up to 4×4 inches
Embroidery
- →Vector file (AI or EPS) strongly preferred
- →High-res PNG/JPG accepted (300 DPI minimum)
- →Specify thread colors if you have preferences
- →Minimum detail: avoid very thin lines or tiny text under 0.25 inches
- →We will digitize your artwork (starting at $45)
- →A sew-out proof is provided before full production
Banners & Signage
- →Resolution: 150 DPI at full print size (or 300 DPI at 50% scale)
- →Color mode: CMYK
- →Include 0.25 inch bleed on all sides
- →Embed all fonts or convert to outlines
- →File size can be large — use Dropbox, WeTransfer, or Google Drive to send
- →Specify orientation: horizontal or vertical
Business Cards & Commercial Print
- →Resolution: 300 DPI at print size
- →Color mode: CMYK
- →Include 0.125 inch bleed on all sides
- →Keep important content 0.125 inch from trim edge (safe zone)
- →Convert all fonts to outlines
- →PDF with bleed and crop marks is the preferred format
Promotional Products
- →Vector file (AI or EPS) strongly preferred
- →Specify imprint color(s) — Pantone codes if available
- →High-res PNG accepted at 300 DPI minimum
- →Simple designs work best for most promo items
- →We'll confirm imprint area dimensions before production
Color Mode Guide
RGB
Use for: DTF printing, digital proofs, screen display
Colors may shift slightly when converted to print
CMYK
Use for: Business cards, banners, commercial print
Most accurate for print output
Pantone (PMS)
Use for: Screen printing, embroidery thread matching
Exact color matching — specify PMS codes when possible
Common Artwork Mistakes to Avoid
- ✗Sending low-resolution files (under 300 DPI) — results in blurry prints
- ✗Using RGB color mode for commercial print (should be CMYK)
- ✗Forgetting bleed on business cards and banners
- ✗Sending raster files for embroidery (vector is required for best results)
- ✗Tiny text or thin lines in embroidery designs (minimum 0.25 inch)
- ✗Not specifying print location or size
- ✗Sending a screenshot or photo of a logo instead of the original file
How to Send Your Artwork
Email (small files under 10MB)
Attach directly to your email to [email protected] or [email protected]
Large files (over 10MB)
Use Google Drive, Dropbox, or WeTransfer and share the link in your email
Via our contact form
Use the contact form on our website and include a file link or description
No artwork yet?
Describe your design and we'll quote design services along with printing
Ready to Submit Your Artwork?
Send us your files and project details — we'll review and respond within 24 hours.