File Preparation

1. Setting your document size and including bleed
        a. Scale your file to a 12 to 1 conversion, so that 1 inch equals 1 foot.
        b. Add .125” of bleed (or 1.5” at 100%) on either side.
            So a 3’(w) x 2’(h) banner would produce a file that is 3.25”(w) x 2.25”(h)

2. Establish a safe area
        a. Make sure that any critical elements, ie. text, is within the safe zone.
        b. We recommend 1.25” within the final production size (or 1.5” at 100%).

3. Grommet placement
        a. Grommet markers should be a .02” square (or .25” at 100%) and inset from the final production size            at .0625” (or .75” at 100%).

1. Make sure all fonts have been outlined before submitting file.
2. Use correct resolution for files based on distance viewed.
        5 ft or less - submit at 1200 dpi (100 dpi at 100%)
        5 ft - 10 ft - submit at 900 dpi (75 dpi at 100%)
        10ft - 50ft - submit at 600 dpi (50 dpi at 100%)
        50ft and up - submit at 300 dpi (25 dpi at 100%)
3. Make sure all supporting links have been embedded and rasterized within the file (no links).
4. Include PMS call outs within the file and notify the customer service representative of the PMS colors

Graphic design help is available upon request at $75 per hour. 

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