Q: What is print ready artwork?

Print ready artwork means the file you submit to us: Is supplied at the correct trim size (mm) Has 3mm bleed on each edge Is supplied in CMYK colour mode Has images that are 300dpi resolution Has at least 3mm margin around each edge that does not contain important information. Has images embedded, fonts outlined and pages flattened for best results That is supplied in a press ready PDF, single pages (i.e no pagination or page spreads) Read our guide here on how to submit a print ready PDF NOTE: If you are not based in Australia, we use the international 'A' paper sizing system (A4, A3, A2 etc) with artwork sizing in millimetres. You can determine the size your artwork needs to be using this free online paper size converter and use this free size conversion calculator to determine sizing. Note that all artwork not supplied to our specifications as listed below will incur additional charges.

Question 1

How do I order and submit artwork?

Accepted Answer

To order and submit artwork, select the options on each drop down in the pricing form, then hit 'search product'.
Once you have your preferred price and selection, click 'add to order'. You can then review your checkout and click 'continue'.
At this point you will be taken to our secure print portal.
Simply create a free account, then review your order and submit your artwork by following the prompts on the screen.
You can then complete the check out by paying via card or invoice through our secure payment gateway.

Question 2

What is print ready artwork?

Accepted Answer

Print ready artwork means the file you submit to us:

Is supplied at the correct trim size (mm)
Has 3mm bleed on each edge
Is supplied in CMYK colour mode
Has images that are 300dpi resolution
Has at least 3mm margin around each edge that does not contain important information.
Has images embedded, fonts outlined and pages flattened for best results
That is supplied in a press ready PDF, single pages (i.e no pagination or page spreads)

Read our guide here on how to submit a print ready PDF

NOTE: If you are not based in Australia, we use the international 'A' paper sizing system (A4, A3, A2 etc) with artwork sizing in millimetres. You can determine the size your artwork needs to be using this free online paper size converter and use this free size conversion calculator to determine sizing.

Note that all artwork not supplied to our specifications as listed below will incur additional charges.

Question 3

What Paper Stock can I print on?

Accepted Answer

We offer a range of paper stocks in our pricing form we encourage you to browse through.

If you are seeking a standard paper stock, we recommend selecting either Matt (Mondi Uncoated), or Gloss (Colour Expressions).

Question 4

What is a PDF Proof?

Accepted Answer

A PDF Proof is a digital file of your artwork in .pdf format.

If you select the 'PDF Proof' option, you will be sent a link to review your uploaded artwork before the job is submitted for print.

Question 5

What is a Kind?

Accepted Answer

Kind refers to the number of designs.

For example, if you are printing business cards for a company and have 5 different staff needing a card printed, there would be 5 kinds.

You need to select the number of different kinds and the quantity of cards that you want for each kind.

If you have 5 staff needing 500 cards each, then you need to select quantity 500 and kinds 5.

Question 6

What is Process?

Accepted Answer

Process refers to colour – our digital and offset printers use CMYK.

Select in the box if you need colour (CMYK) or Black and White on one or both sides.

Question 7

What is Celloglaze?

Accepted Answer

Celloglaze is a thin laminate coating that is heat sealed onto the printed paper or card sheet.

This process protects the print and provides a premium look.

Cello options include gloss or matt.

Not to be confused with encapsulated laminating, which isn’t typically trimmed at the edges.

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