We are quite flexible and can work with many, many different file types. Please though use the guide below in order to enable us to complete within our strict turn-around time standards.


  • use a suitable page layout program such as InDesign, QuarkXPress or PageMaker
  • please avoid using word processing software such as MS Word, WordPerfect, etc.
  • make sure documents are created in same size as final trimmed piece. As an example, a multiple page document with facing pages would be created at 8.5x11"
  • multiple-page documents must be in reader's spreads (page 1, page 2, etc...).
  • include a 1/8" bleed area and extend image which bleed of document into this area
  • avoid scaling images to more than 20% of their original size
  • always link to your images instead of embedding the

  • when using PhotoShop, save files in CMYK color mode
  • submitted PhotoShop file types must be EPS, TIFF or DCS
  • delete alpha channels and paths in flattened PhotoShop files
  • when using Illustrator, FreeHand, delete any unused color palettes
  • when using PhootShop, turn off compression such as LZW, JPEG or ZIP

  • superior results are obtained where the setting is left to the program's default value... if necessary our experts will make adjustments

  • for type1 font, please include the printer and screen font
  • please include all used fonts by checking your editing program's font usage window
  • for EPS artwork, please convert text to paths or include any fonts used in the piece
  • do not use menu styling and instead, use the weight of the typeface
  • Please check your spelling prior to submission. Recognizing mis-spellings and particularly specific industry related words and language is beyond our scope.