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713.263.0086 • 713.263.0086 • 713.263.0086 • 713.263.0086 • 713.263.0086
| If you are not completely satisfied with your printed product, simply call and we will make every possible effort to correct the problem and provide you with exactly what you are looking for. |
| Main Office: 713-263-0086 Main Fax: 713-263-9487 3612 Mangum #202 Houston, Texas 77092 info@affordableaccurateprinting.com |
Notes about software programs:
*Photoshop is fine for editing raster (bitmap) images but when used for typesetting, your text may not print as clearly
as it appears on screen. We suggest using a vector-based program such as Illustrator, InDesign or Quark for
applying text to your graphics for the best print/text quality.
*If you are supplying your graphics in Quark or InDesign format please be sure to also supply all image files & fonts
with your layout files. Please use “Collect for output” (QXD) or “Package” (IND) to make sure no elements of your
layout are missing.
*We do not accept Quark Passport / Multi-language files.
Before sending your file... Please check that all text is created to outlines or curves, this will avoid any default
viewing and delay of your project.
Resolution
All graphics must be submitted at a minimum resolution of 300dpi or a minimum of 1200dpi if you are using
bitmapped images.
Color Format
Use CMYK color mode unless otherwise specified (ie. when you are using spot colors). If you submit RGB graphics,
they will be converted to CMYK format - which may affect the color in your final print.
Bleed
Your graphic files should include 1/8” bleed beyond all cut/trim lines
Text Safety
When creating your graphics you must ensure that all text is placed 1/8” inside all cut/trim & fold lines. This allows
for any possible shifting on press, and ensures that none of your text will be cut or caught in a fold.
When preparing graphics:
• DO NOT USE TEXT STYLE BUTTONS IN QUARK – THEY WILL NOT PRINT. Use the actual bold/italics versions of
the fonts that you apply to your file.
• DO NOT EMBED THE TEMPLATES IN YOUR GRAPHICS.
• DO NOT USE IMAGES FROM WEB PAGES OR INEXPENSIVE DIGITAL CAMERAS. The resolution is only 72 dpi
and your images will be blurry when printed.
• DO NOT USE SOFTWARE THAT IS NOT CREATED FOR PRODUCTION QUALITY GRAPHICS ie. Microsoft
Publisher, Microsoft Word, Word Perfect, CD Creator, Neato Disk Software, Clarisworks, or Adobe PhotoDeluxe.
• When the Affordable Accurate Printing, Inc. design department receives your files, we check to ensure sizing,
bleed & trapping are correct before your project gets to the costly Direct-to-Plate & printing stages, HOWEVER, we
expect you to have checked for other errors such as correct names, spelling, track names & order, etc.
*PROOF YOUR GRAPHICS BEFORE SENDING THEM TO US TO AVOID INCURRING ANY ADDITIONAL COSTS
*Photoshop is fine for editing raster (bitmap) images but when used for typesetting, your text may not print as clearly
as it appears on screen. We suggest using a vector-based program such as Illustrator, InDesign or Quark for
applying text to your graphics for the best print/text quality.
*If you are supplying your graphics in Quark or InDesign format please be sure to also supply all image files & fonts
with your layout files. Please use “Collect for output” (QXD) or “Package” (IND) to make sure no elements of your
layout are missing.
*We do not accept Quark Passport / Multi-language files.
Before sending your file... Please check that all text is created to outlines or curves, this will avoid any default
viewing and delay of your project.
Resolution
All graphics must be submitted at a minimum resolution of 300dpi or a minimum of 1200dpi if you are using
bitmapped images.
Color Format
Use CMYK color mode unless otherwise specified (ie. when you are using spot colors). If you submit RGB graphics,
they will be converted to CMYK format - which may affect the color in your final print.
Bleed
Your graphic files should include 1/8” bleed beyond all cut/trim lines
Text Safety
When creating your graphics you must ensure that all text is placed 1/8” inside all cut/trim & fold lines. This allows
for any possible shifting on press, and ensures that none of your text will be cut or caught in a fold.
When preparing graphics:
• DO NOT USE TEXT STYLE BUTTONS IN QUARK – THEY WILL NOT PRINT. Use the actual bold/italics versions of
the fonts that you apply to your file.
• DO NOT EMBED THE TEMPLATES IN YOUR GRAPHICS.
• DO NOT USE IMAGES FROM WEB PAGES OR INEXPENSIVE DIGITAL CAMERAS. The resolution is only 72 dpi
and your images will be blurry when printed.
• DO NOT USE SOFTWARE THAT IS NOT CREATED FOR PRODUCTION QUALITY GRAPHICS ie. Microsoft
Publisher, Microsoft Word, Word Perfect, CD Creator, Neato Disk Software, Clarisworks, or Adobe PhotoDeluxe.
• When the Affordable Accurate Printing, Inc. design department receives your files, we check to ensure sizing,
bleed & trapping are correct before your project gets to the costly Direct-to-Plate & printing stages, HOWEVER, we
expect you to have checked for other errors such as correct names, spelling, track names & order, etc.
*PROOF YOUR GRAPHICS BEFORE SENDING THEM TO US TO AVOID INCURRING ANY ADDITIONAL COSTS
