DPS pricing is
based on properly formatted, ready to print files. Files not properly set-up may
be subject to a $75.00 per hour fee and may prevent delivery of your print within
our 3 day turnaround.
To obtain the
best results, the following guide lines should be
followed for preparing
your file to print:
Our process is strictly C-M-Y-K. No spot colors, metallic
or fluorescent colors are possible.
We can support both PC and Mac based files using:
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Photoshop© – include
all layers, paths and channels
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Quark XPress© – include all placed images, logos, fonts and other elements
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Adobe Illustrator©
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Freehand – convert text to outlines
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Corel©
– export your file to an .eps, ai. or .tif
format.
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In-Design©
Convert all fonts to curves or paths to avoid possible
font substitution. This rule goes for
all font types.
PDF FILES:
PDF files cannot be modified at our facilities, except
for global color changes (i.e. brightness, contrast). A PDF file is useful to verify
layout and position but it is not recommended as a print file.
RASTER IMAGE FILES:
We are able to work with .tif, .giff, .eps, .jpeg and
.psd files. Do not embed files, keep
them as links.
LAYOUT:
Specify scaling factors, but do not apply them. It is
not necessary to design at 100%. The
best results are obtained by enlarging no more than 300%. Enlargements greater than
300% may produce less than optimal results.
RESOLUTION:
Optimal results are achieved with images printing 300
DPI at final size. Note that an electronic proof will not necessarily show a pixilation
of an image incorrectly prepared at the wrong DPI.
COLOR CALL-OUTS:
If your project requires a CMYK build of a PMS color,
please reference the coated section of the PMS chart. If your project requires a
deep rich black, please use a 4-color build of black.
PROOFS:
Electronic proofs are generated from the final print file.
These proofs should be used for LAYOUT PURPOSES ONLY and not to judge color. Due
to the variation in monitors, judging accurate printing color is impractical. We
can provide an electronic proof in either a .pdf or .jpg format. If your project
contains critical color, please request a PRINTED PROOF. While this does add time
and a modest cost to your project, it is the only sure method of evaluating color
prior to printing.
PRECAUTIONS:
Photoshop Projects: Do not use type in Photoshop files as it will bitmap. Keep
type as a vector text layer and save it as an .eps with vector information. Supply
the LAYERED FILE.
Vector Applications: Provide vector files for logos to ensure crisp type. Provide
all native files for logos, charts and objects created in vector programs. When
building layouts in vector applications, photos should be linked, not embedded.
PRE-FLIGHT YOUR PROJECT:
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Did you include
all screen and printer fonts?
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Are all support
files included (high resolution files, etc.)?
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Did you print
the directory from the media?
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Did you specify
all PMS colors?
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Are the scans
the correct file size for media size and output?
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Did you send us the fonts used in your document? Fonts
should be zipped or stuffed into a folder prior to creating the CD/DVD.
PLEASE NOTE: After burning your disc, check to ensure that
fonts are included. Create a separate folder for the fonts and ensure that the font
does not show in the directory as “0KB”. Incorrectly copied or omitted fonts may
delay your project.