Step-by-Step Preparation for Printing

Click here for detailed instructions for Publisher "Pack & Go"

To assist you with successful printing of your files, please follow these suggestions for submitting files.

CREATE your files using the programs listed at the right.

Note: If using versions of programs other than those listed, or programs with added features (i.e. "plug-ins"/Quark Xtentions), we may be unable to use your files.

EMPLOY such features as InDesign's "Package" or Publisher's "Pack and Go." These are very helpful tools to find and organize all your linked files and fonts.

If these features are not available, take the following steps:

COPY your current files onto one of the transfer options listed at the right. Do not send originals. Always save your work to your hard disk before saving to a transfer disk.

Send all graphics, scans, logos, clip art, etc. separately. Do not embed graphics.

Include the fonts on disk. Fonts for each typestyle used in the job are needed.

You can convert type in some programs to outlines or paths, but keep in mind that text cannot be modified once it is converted.

A Printed Sample (hard copy, paper print out, color, or other mock-up) showing the results you expect is necessary when sending a job on disk. The sample should ideally be printed out at full size. Please indicate the reduction percentage if your image does not fit onto your paper. Indicate ink colors. For multi-color files, additional color separated print outs are desirable.

(Remember, if your files do not print out properly for you, they probably won't print out properly for us.)

SUBMIT EARLY
 If you submit files using programs not listed here, it may be necessary for us to find a different way to produce your project or outsource for film output. To avoid possible delays and extra prepress costs, submit files early for review or call us to discuss your options before you begin.