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extra art charges by providing us with the right kinds of files. Your finished
product will also look much better. Please take a moment to read the following
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Kinds of files
Vector files
At screenprintit.com, we use vector files to create
nearly all of our artwork. These files are made up of lines (vectors),
not pixels. They can be scaled up or down without losing image quality.
These files usually end with AI, EPS, or PDF. For these kinds of files,
we only support Adobe Illustrator (version CS3 and below). Some images
(photos, for example) cannot be created in Illustrator. These are known
as raster files.
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Raster files
An image comprised of pixels is known as a RASTER image. It is made
up of tiny squares (pixels). The quality is determined by the number
of pixels (or dots) per inch (DPI). Unlike vector art, raster images
LOSE quality when you make them bigger. For these kinds of documents,
we only accept Adobe Photoshop files (version CS3 and below). These
files usually end with PSD, TIF, or PDF.
Note: Most pixel based documents, will require a
separation art charge.
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File Sizes
Please provide files at 100% of printed size. For
acceptable sizes, see Standard Imprint Areas
below. If you’re submitting Photoshop files, create them at 300
DPI. For larger images (like those for banners), 125 DPI is fine. DO
NOT send us a JPEG, GIF, or any other file from the web. These low-quality
files are not suitable for printing.
Note: Most pixel based documents, will require a
separation art charge.
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Colors
Choose from our stock colors and avoid mixing charges.
Need a special color mix? Use Pantone
Matching System (PMS) coated ink swatches. (addional
$12.50 per color charge).
Convert your color swatches to SPOT colors.
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Screenprintit
Stock Color Swatches
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Shading
If your image has any shading, it will be screen
printed using halftone dots. Most of the time, halftone dots are fine.
In some cases, however, the shading can be more distracting than beneficial.
The images to the right show a smooth-shaded original and an example
of what it might look like screenprinted. If halftone dots are NOT an
option, consider printing them on our Direct Digital printer.
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Text
Convert ALL TEXT to outlines (paths). In Illustrator,
it’s called Create Outlines and it’s under the Type menu.
In Photoshop, it’s called Rasterize Type and it’s under
the Layer menu. This allows us to open your file without any font issues.
Please don’t send us your fonts. If you use Corel Draw or Freehand,
export your file as an Adobe Illustrator file and convert text to paths.
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Submitting Artwork
If you e-mail your files to us, ZIP or STUFF them
first, and make sure they are 4 MB or less. For larger files, you can
bring them in on a CD, portable USB device, or you can upload them via
our FTP site. Click here for FTP uploading
information.
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Things to Avoid
DO NOT send us files 72 dpi or smaller.
DO NOT apply trapping to your art.
DO NOT send web files (GIF, JPEG, or PNG).
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Standard Imprint Areas for Shirts
Full Front or Big Back (adult):
12” wide x 12” high (Max. imprint size 15” wide x
15” high).
Full Front or Big Back (youth): 9” wide x 9”
high.
Left Chest: 4” square (3.5” square if above
pocket).
Center Chest: 6” – 8” wide.
Adult Long Sleeve: 3.5” wide x 16” high.
Short Sleeve: 3.5" wide x 3.5" high.
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Digital Imprint Areas for Shirts
Full Front or Big Back (adult):
12” wide x 12” high** *(Max. imprint size 13.5” wide
x 15.5” high).
Full Front or Big Back (youth): 9.5” wide x 11.5”
high.
Left Chest: 4” square
*Additional charges. **CMYK + White Stardard prices up to 120 sq. in.
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| *Sizes are not absolute but should be used as
a general reference. The smallest shirt in your order will dictate
the maximum size of your artwork. |
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