Files should be flattened without hidden layers; otherwise, it will not print.
Submit only what needs to be printed.
File should be saved as an EPS in CMYK.
All fonts MUST be converted to outlines (Type > Create Outlines).
All raster images should be embedded and not linked.
If any filters are applied (e.g., blurs or gradient mesh) the file must be rasterized in Photoshop and saved as a TIFF for final artwork submission.
To help get a smoother gradient without banding, the gradient should be created in Photoshop with noise added (from 1 to 3), saved as a TIFF, then brought back to Illustrator and combined with the rest of the artwork.
Adobe Photoshop CS3 (or lower version)
Files should be flattened without hidden layers; otherwise, it will not print.
Submit only what needs to be printed.
File should be saved as a TIFF in CMYK with LZW compression and ICC profiles checked on with no extra Alpha channels.
To help get a smoother gradient without banding, add noise (from 1 to 3). Multiple panel murals must be created on one single page. Do not tile panels onto multiple pages, unless there are hard color breaks. Try not to have the panel breaks run through letters or logos if at all possible.
Please do NOT provide the following formats:
Adobe InDesign, Adobe PageMaker, Quark Express, Freehand, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Corel Draw
DOCUMENT SIZE
Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop CS (or lower version)
Files can be saved at 100% if software allows, or half size is acceptable.
Files should be created at 100-150 DPI at full size or proportionately scaled. Do not submit files at greater DPI than requested.
For custom-sized graphics, please provide a 1/4" bleed for trimming.
COLOR GUIDE
All monitors display color in RGB. Since our output is in CMYK, not spot, colors will vary. Also, since every monitor is not the same, what you see on your monitor may vary from the actual print. Usually our color outputs will be approximately 90-95% accurate. It is not viable to match our print to another vendor's print or to print on another substrate or media (i.e., brochure, business cards, etc.). If you want us to match against existing materials, there is a separate charge of $100 NET per hour for this color-matching service.
Whether you use our templates or you create your own document,
please make sure the dimension of your file is the exact size of the finished size.
Image Resolution
Photos and graphics need to be 125 DPI at full size
In Photoshop, you can go to IMAGE -> IMAGE SIZE to find out your file resolution.
Determine Image Quality from Source
Good Quality:
High resolution / high quality stock photography
High resolution / high quality scanner
Low Quality:
Screen capture of video frame
Low resolution / low quality stock photography
Image lifted off a web-page
Why 125 DPI?
Since your banner will be a large format print, you don't need to prepare your file in 300 DPI which is usually used for smaller format print.
If you are uncertain of the quality of your images, please call us at 800.640.9544 or email us atinfo@wsdisplay.com
Color Mode
Your file has to be in CMYK mode.
IMAGE -> MODE -> CMYK
RGB
CMYK
Saving
When you are done with the design, flatten all the layers
then save as TIF.
If you need our graphic designers to modify your art work, don't flatten layers but convert all text to shapes.
(Graphic modification - $65 per hour. Please call for estimated time.)
LAYER -> TYPE -> CONVERT TO SHAPE
You are almost done!
Before you upload the file(s) to us, view your graphic in actual pixel view. VIEW -> ACTUAL PIXEL
Review the entire graphic carefully, especially your logo and photos if any, to make sure it looks good to you.
Because what you see in the actual pixel view is very close to what you will get on your banner(s).
If you are satisfied with what you see, please UPLOAD FILES If you are satisfied with what you see, please UPLOAD FILES with your contact and order information.
Your images (any graphics that are not vector) need to be 125 DPI at full size.
Determine Image Quality from Source
Good Quality:
High resolution/high quality stock photography
High resolution/high quality scanner
Low Quality:
Screen capture of video frame
Low resolution/low quality stock photography
Image lifted off a web-page
Why 125 DPI?
Since your banner will be a large format print, you don't need to prepare your file in 300 DPI which is usually used for smaller format print.
If you are uncertain of the quality of your images, please call us at 800.640.9544 or email us atinfo@wsdisplay.com
Color Mode
Your file has to be in CMYK mode.
COLOR PALLET -> OPTION CMYK
Fonts
Convert all your text outlined.
TYPE -> CREATE OUTLINE
*If your text are not created outlined, font shift might occur.
Saving
When you are done with the design, save the file in EPS format.
If you have extra graphics outside of the finished size area, create a crop area with the exact size of finishing size before saving.
If you need our graphic designers to modify your art work, send us your original Illustrator file(s).
(Graphic modification - $65 per hour. Please call for estimated time.)
You are almost done!
Before you upload the file(s) to us, open the EPS file you just saved.
Review all the graphics/text and make sure the dimension is right.
If you are satisfied with what you see, please UPLOAD FILES with your contact and order information.
Exhibit Factory LLC
By Infinite Vision 15370 Fairfield Ranch Road, Unit A, Chino Hills, CA 91709
1-877-UEZ-PRINT (1-877-839-7746)
909-393-6720
Email: sales@cmykrgb.com
