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DIGITAL ART FILE REQUIREMENTS

Acceptable File Formats: CMYK TIFF or EPS formats as follows.

Generic EPS - may be either Vector or raster format and may contain embedded placed files or fonts. This will determine whether a generic EPS file is suitable for a given job.
ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR Ver 8 or later, with all text converted to outlines
ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Ver 5 or later, with file at final output size 100% & at least 72 dpi

Pagemaker CorelDraw, Corel Photo Paint, PowerPoint & any other program documents not listed MUST be converted/exported into the Acceptable File Formats.

Note: Not converting files will dramatically increase turnaround time and converting charges may apply. Quark Express files are not acceptable.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

Information:
Every job must include the essential resources. Contacts (with phone numbers), Sizes, Quantities, Due Date, Billing Reference, and Shipping Information

Image, Digital & Scanned Files:
The final version of your layout. Four-color separations are unnecessary. File must be cmyk or pantone spot colors & need to be at a minimum of 72 dpi at full size 100%. (Scaled high-resolution files are acceptable refer to DPI formula below.)

DPI Formula for Scanned Files:
If image file is to be supplied not to full size, take original scanned size, divide original size into largest side output dimension and multiply by 72. This will give you your scanned dpi figure.

Color Printout:
A hard copy of your layout withh all PMS color callouts indicated.

PMS Color Callouts:
For every job, color must be indicated in detail with a reference chart at the bottom of the page indicating PMS colors in acceptable. Color matching is only possible when a color target is noted and provided.

Fonts:
Include all screen, printer, postscript, and true type. (Converting fonts to curves or outlines is highly recommended.)

Original Artwork:
Whenever possible, please include photographs, slides, previously printed materials. We will return your artwork promptly.

All Support Files:
Any embeded fonts or placed images

Storage Media:
ZIP (100 mb), JAZ (1 gig only), and CD

Email:
File sent via email must go to sswork@signstop.net with a fax confirmation.

Lead-Time:
Standard lead-time is 48 to 72 hours from the time when all proofs & files are received in working order. Longer lead times may be required on larger jobs (10 or more pieces).