File-Type Instructions

PDF, EPS & AI FILES
Convert all text to outlines. Expand all fills and strokes.

JPEG & TIFF FILES
Make sure your JPEG or TIFF is set to 300 dpi at full size in inches. As a general rule, JPEG and TIFF files less than 1mb in size cannot be printed. Do not compress or optimize your JPEG or TIFF and save at 100% quality.

Software Instructions

PUBLISHER
You must save your Publisher file as PDF or high resolution (300 dpi or greater) TIFF or JPEG.

ILLUSTRATOR
Convert all text to outlines. Expand all fills and strokes. Save as PDF file.

PHOTOSHOP
Flatten the image. Make sure your file contains only 1 final background layer. Save as PSD file.

Banner Template

IMPORTANT SOFTWARE SETTINGS

Set canvas size (image size) to real banner size in inches (33″x84″).

Set file resolution to 300 dpi or greater.

Set Color Mode to CMYK (or RGB if CMYK is unavailable).

Do not include bleeds, printer prints edge to edge.

Include background color in your file.

DOWNLOAD BANNER TEMPLATE

All banners are 33″ x 84″

RESOLUTION

Design the banner at 300 dpi or higher since this will help you take maximum advantage of a banner printer.

FILE TYPES

Saving your design in high resolution PDF is highly recommended.  Also submit the original file to make sure you get the correct output.

DESIGN AREA

Keep all text within the 1-inch margins to avoid the possibility of any text being cut off during the finishing process.

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