How to prepare a print-ready file?
1 min readLast updated: 14 September 2026
For a high-quality print your file needs to follow a few basic rules. This guide helps you avoid the most common issues.
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Resolution: 300 DPI
Use at least 300 DPI at print size.
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Color mode: CMYK
RGB colors may shift in print; save your file as CMYK.
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Bleed: 3 mm
Add 3 mm bleed on every edge.
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Safe area
Keep text and logos at least 3 mm inside the trim line.
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Format: PDF
Print-ready PDF with embedded fonts (PDF/X-1a is ideal).
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