186 Tips & Info TIPS & INFO Art Charges Additional charges may apply for layouts that demand special attention, such as artwork unsuitable for reproduction or files that need manipulation because they are not print-ready. If you require scanning, design, or typesetting services, contact us for details on prep charges. Art charges will be added on top of the standard setup charges for manual orders. Setup charges cover basic file checks, including margins, bleeds, embedded/outlined fonts, and raster image resolution. NOTE: Add two extra production days for typesetting and design services. The listed production times will begin after artwork approval. Press Proofs Want to ensure that your order is perfect? For Enhanced Finishes orders, you have the option to order a press proof that will provide a small sampling of business cards, announcements, or postcards before committing to the design; call us for a quote. If your design needs adjusting, you can order another print piece with the new design. Digital Proofs Digital proofs are provided at no charge on all online orders. Digital proofs on manual catalog orders are available for $15.00 (R) each. For proofs that require typesetting and design, see “Art Charges.” This is NOT a press proof and is approximate color only. This proof should be used to evaluate copy, color breaks, and art/photo placement. Production time starts after proof approval. Enhanced Finishes Creating Your Enhanced Finishes Files Templates Standard templates are available to assist you in creating print-ready files. Import or place templates in your document as a non-printing reference guide. Proof your files before submission. Templates are available on the “Help & Resources” tab online. Art & File Requirements: • All Enhanced Finishes must be layered on top of CMYK art and set to Overprint • All Enhanced Finishes must be set as a Spot color swatch and named according to the chart below • Enhanced Finishes cannot bleed and must have a 1” margin from the trim edge • Full color elements must be CMYK only • Full color elements may bleed and should include a 1” bleed from the trim edge • Full color elements must have a 1” margin from the trim edge on business cards, and a 1/4” margin from the trim edge on announcements and postcards • Enhanced Finishes that touch should be separated with 1 pt. gap to add greater definition and prevent elements from merging together • Minimum point size for text: 8 pt. • Minimum point size for line weight: .5 pt. • Minimum full color raster artwork resolution: 300 dpi • File color format: CMYK • Accepted file format: PDF • PDF file must be submitted as composite, layered file formatted as a 1-page PDF for 1-sided products or a 2-page PDF for 2-sided products • Change all text into outlines in the document before exporting the PDF Coloring your swatches for Enhanced Finishes Desired Finish: Name Your Color Swatch: Spot Gloss...........................................Spot Gloss Raised Spot Gloss.............................Raised Spot Gloss Raised Foil Black...............................Raised Foil Black Raised Foil Gold................................Raised Foil Gold Raised Foil Dull Gold........................Raised Foil Dull Gold Raised Foil Silver...............................Raised Foil Silver Raised Foil Dull Silver......................Raised Foil Dull Silver Raised Foil Red..................................Raised Foil Red Raised Foil Light Blue......................Raised Foil Light Blue Raised Foil Green..............................Raised Foil Green Raised Foil Holographic Silver......Raised Foil Holographic Silver NOTE: The actual color build of the spot swatch will not impact the final print piece, but the name of the swatch must be consistent with the finish desired. Swatch Library Our Enhanced Finishes Swatch Library can be installed on equipment that is running any Adobe product. This will give you access to our swatch colors and their mix settings to ensure that we print exactly what you create. The swatch library and instructions for installation can be found under “Help and Resources Enhanced Finishes” on our website. PMS Colors While we are often able to closely reproduce a spot PANTONE MATCHING SYSTEM® (PMS) ink using full color process, PMS spot colors and process colors are produced using different methods. Therefore, colors produced in full color will differ from PANTONE® spot colors, sometimes significantly. Please refer to the PANTONE COLOR BRIDGE® Plus Series for color conversions. Printing Black vs. Black Full Color Business Cards, Announcements, and Postcards with Enhanced Finishes should use 100% Black to ensure the best possible results on black elements. However, use Printing Black (C-80%, M-80%, Y-80%, K-95%) instead of 100% Black when in registration with other colors, in areas with heavy ink coverage, and for bold type or lines that are thicker than 21/2 points. Need help? Guidelines and tutorials are available under “Tools” on our website. Please contact us for additional resources. Scan For more detailed information
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