Preparing Files

The Undercover Printer is not responsible for files that fail to meet pre-press specifications.
All files must be sent to us "PRINT READY." We will review your file briefly, and most likely catch major problems, however, we do not guarantee it! For best results, please follow the guidelines below. If you have problems or questions - please call us at 888/353.4035.

Bleeds and File Size

• ALL files (whether you have color bleed or not!!!) should be built with an extra 0.1" for business cards, postcards & rackcards and an extra 0.125" for all other products.
• Safe Zone-Please allow for a 1/16" area around your critical elements (text, images, logos, etc.) for accuracy in trimming.
• Borders: NOT RECOMMENDED as trimming may render the borders slightly uneven!
• If you are not sure-DOWNLOAD our layout guides for accuracy!
• If your file has text or images that bleed off the edge, be sure the content that you want in the final product fits inside the "Safe Zone" as specified in the templates.
• Example: Business Card
  • File size that you send us: 2.1"x3.6"
  • Final Product Size: 2"x3.5"

Color Mode

• All color documents and images should be in CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) format
• All black & white documents should be in grayscale mode.

File Format

• Please save your file as a high resolution .pdf with all type converted to outlines and at least a 300 dpi resolution. We also accept: .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .eps, .tif, .tiff.

Type

• Please convert all type to outlines before saving.
• Embed all fonts and images into your .pdf file.

Resolution

• Images
  • Images used in your design should have a resolution of 300 dpi or higher in order for them to appear crisp and clear on your final product. We are not responsible for pixilated images!
• Overall File
  • Please be sure your overall design in rasterized at 300 dpi or higher and is saved as a high resolution .pdf.

If your file meets all of the above specifications, it is considered "Print Ready" If you need help with the above items, please call our Design Commandos at 888.353.4035.