Before printing business cards, roll-up buntings, stickers, foam boards, or large-format banners, it’s important to prepare your artwork properly. This ensures every print comes out sharp, professional, and true to your design. At PRINT NIU, we make it easy.
Follow these steps to get your artwork print-ready:
1. Save in the Correct File Format
For best print results, use high-resolution files. PDFs are ideal for maintaining layouts and fonts intact, AI or EPS work ideally for logos, as well as TIFF or JPEG, which are great for clear images. Avoid low-resolution PNGs or screenshots, as they can look blurry and unprofessional.
2. Convert Colours to CMYK
Printers use CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) instead of RGB, so convert your artwork to CMYK to ensure the colours print as intended.
3. Set the Right Resolution
Resolution determines print clarity—use 300 dpi for smaller items such as name cards and flyers, and at least 150 dpi for larger banners and posters.
4. Add Bleed and Safe Margins
Add a 3mm bleed by extending your background past the trim line to prevent white edges. Keep text and logos at least 5mm inside the edge so that they stay safe after cutting.
5. Outline or Embed Fonts
To ensure your text prints exactly as designed, convert custom fonts to outlines (or curves) or embed them directly in your file. This prevents the printer’s system from replacing your fonts with substitutes.
6. Double-Check Images and Text
Always proofread your artwork before sending it to print. Check that images are clear, logos are in vector format, and text is free of spelling errors—since fixing mistakes after printing can be costly.
7. Export and Send Your Final File
Save your artwork as a PDF with bleed and crop marks, then send it to your printer. At PRINT NIU, we’ll review your files to ensure they’re print-ready
Final thoughts
By preparing your artwork correctly, you’ll save time, cut costs, and achieve professional-quality results. Whether it’s business cards, stickers, roll-up buntings, foam boards, or banners, these steps help your designs shine and make a strong impression.
At PRINT NIU, we deliver high-quality commercial printing services across Malaysia, bringing every detail of your design to life.
Ready to print? Visit www.printniu.com today.