1. Apply artwork		2. Save artwork		3. Transfer artwork

Here are the most important requirements for the creation of artwork.

1. Apply artwork
Resolution of graphics and images

• Photos, images and graphics 300dpi
• Greyscale and colour images 300dpi
• Line art 1200dpi
• Posters 200dpi

Colours/Colour mode

• CMYK colour mode
• Greyscale
• Special colours (HKS) ensure that the colour names are entered correctly
•   If you have not selected an artwork check, documents in RGB mode will be automatically converted to CMYK mode. We do not accept any liability for any resulting colour deviations.
• Please do not use mixed colours (4c) for black texts, but use 100% black regarding the K-channel for black fonts.
• We do not need pre-separated files!

Size

• Always apply data in the original size (open original end format incl. trim)!
• Orders without artwork check with too big or too small artwork will be scaled automatically to the ordered size (without bleed).

Cropping

• Ensure that there is a surrounding border of 2 mm.
• Position contents (text/images) min. 3 mm from the edge of the end format.
• Position background graphics and images which are supposed to reach the edge of the page within the cropping area.
• Keep shingling in mind when placing images and texts in brochures!

Text

• Convert lettering into paths / curves or embed completely.
• Make sure you set the correct font size for your product (at least 6 pt!)
• Make sure there is sufficient contrast between the background and font colour!

Lines

• Do not use hairlines  (at least 0.75 pt)! 
• Lines which are too thin will automatically be increased to a printable size, which will make lines set at 0 pt visible.
• Do not use frames as layout limits, as these can be partially truncated by machine tolerances.

Multiple-side documents

• Create bound products (brochures etc.) as individual sides
  Exception: Create documents with multiple sides which are separated by folding (leaflets, covers for brochures) in a file next to each other, i.e. pre-assembled.
• Save consecutive individual sides in a PDF document (no double sides) or compressed in a ZIP or RAR file.
• Give individual files clear names (e.g. Sample brochure s1, Sample brochure s2…)
• The assignment of page numbers is based on the file identification. A sorting based on the page numbers in the file will not be done.

2. Save artwork
File formats

• Use closed formats: PDF, JPG, TIFF, EPS, PS (PostScript).
• PDF/ X-standard (PDF/ X3-standard or PDF/ X1a-standard).
• As a basic principle, keep compatibility 1.3.  (i.e. use of PDF-Version 1.3; Acrobat 4.0 compatible) in mind.
• Reduce TIFF files to one layer!
• In the case of PDFs which are created in CorelDRAW, there may be an inaccurate representation of colours. Please therefore only use CorelDRAW to create JPEG files.

Multiple-side documents

• Ensure that the files are described clearly (e.g. order number s1, order number s2,…..)!
• Where possible, combine products with multiple sides into one PDF document.
• You can also transfer your files in compressed format as a ZIP or RAR file.

3. Transfer artwork
Data transmission options

• File upload: directly after the order process using the upload centre or in the order details on the page “My Orders” in your saxoprint.co.uk account
• by email to data@saxoprint.co.uk: as an attachment (please provide the order number in the subject line)

Artwork check

• Use our “Artwork Check” service if you are uncertain about whether your artwork is print-ready. For a small fee, the professional pre-press staff will carry out a review of your data on the basis of the following checklist:
• if closed data is delivered, is the file created in PDF standard 1.3
• is the format correct
• has a border been provided (2 mm)
• are letters and logos far enough from the border (at least 3 mm)
• is the image resolution correct (min 300 dpi, line art 1200 dpi)
• has the document been created in CMYK, are special colours applied
• has the file been created in greyscale if a greyscale print has been ordered
• has the text been embedded
• is the side sequence clear (if individual sides are supplied)

Galley proof

• Please be aware that the galley proof will be delivered as a digital print and with no further processing on 80 gsm offset paper. It is therefore not colour consistent and will not be printed on the ordered paper!
• The maximum format for the galley proof is A3.
  Galley proofs for products which are larger than A3 (e.g. advertising posters and posters) will be produced in A3 format.
• We will send you the galley proof by post after receipt of your artwork. Delivery time is 6-10 working days.
   

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