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Frequently
Asked Questions
File Formats for Wedding Invitations, etc.
Services and Products Provided by Invitation Professionals
Can you explain the difference in software files?
Just about all software programs produce one or two types of file:
1. Vector: An outline with a fill. Vector images can be enlarged to any size and remain sharp. Vector files are best for commercial printing.
2. Raster: A series of pixels that make up the image. (A photo file such as a .jpeg is a raster file) Raster images cannot be enlarged and will become pixilated, (fuzzy or blurry) if blown up larger than the original size. If you submit a raster file it needs to be the same size as you want on your printing or larger, and at least 300 dpi.
What is DPI?
DPI: Dots per inch, refers to the resolution of a Raster image.
Scanning: If you scan an image to send us, set your scanner to output the image at the size you want printed and scan at 300 dpi.
Web Graphics: Images captured from a website are Raster Images (.jpeg or .gif) at a low resolution of 72 dpi and are NOT suitable for printing. (See Exception below)
Digital Cameras: Pictures taken by digital cameras should be taken at the highest quality setting. Most digital cameras offer 3 settings, low, medium and high resolution (or basic, normal, fine on some cameras). Oversized camera images can be reduced, undersized images should not be enlarged.
Jpeg Images: A common file type, widely used. Jpeg images are OK for printing if the resolution is 300 dpi or higher.
Tif Images: Another type of raster image, more suitable than a jpeg for commercial print if the resolution is 300 dpi or higher.
Gif Images: GIF images are created at 72 dpi for web graphics and are not suitable for printing.
Exception: A 72 dpi image can be reduced to achieve a higher resolution. Let’s say you have an 8 inch wide, 72 dpi jpeg that you want to reproduce on your printing at 2” wide. When reduced by 4 (8” to 2”), 72 multiplies 4 times to 288 dpi which is close enough to the desired 300 dpi needed for commercial print.
How much dpi resolution do I need?
For commercial printing (Offset or Litho), which is used to print invitations, business cards, letterhead, forms, brochures etc) you need 240 minimum, preferably 300 dpi (at the size you want your image printed).
For your in-house inkjet or laser printer, a minimum of 120 dpi, preferably 150 dpi.
For web or computer screen graphics, 72 dpi is adequate, (but not suitable for commercial printing).
Try us! We’ll do everything we can to make your ordering experience stress-free. Remember, if you have difficulty navigating on our site, or need specific directions on how to order, we are available by phone and email to help you through the process.If you have any questions, please call or email our CUSTOMER SUPPORT for a prompt reply:
EMAIL: mary@drlogo.com
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If I send you a photo or artwork, how should I do it?
Each supplier will tell you the types of software files they accept. Here are some general recommendations:
PDF Files: Adobe Acrobat, Portable Document Format (PDF) is the de-facto standard for electronic distribution of documents because it’s the best way to keep the look and feel you created intact. PDF files are compact, cross platform and can be view by anyone with a free Acrobat Reader. PDF files also embed linked files and fonts so the printer does not need the same font you used to output your work correctly. PDF files can be easily printed by almost all commercial printers.
Almost all current software produced in the last 2-3 years allows you to save a file as a PDF. When ordering from us, if possible, send a PDF file. (See File Conversion, below to discover if your software will convert files to PDF.)
File conversion, how can I do it?
Most file conversion formats are found in software programs under the headings,
FILE> SAVE AS>FORMAT
or
FILE>EXPORT>FORMAT.
In some software programs (i.e. Microsoft Word) you can create a PDF file as follows:
FILE>PRINT>SAVE AS PDF.
How can I get FREE Adobe Acrobat Reader software or purchase Adobe Acrobat software?
Go to: http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html
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