How to Prepare Your Artwork for Print: A Step-by-Step Guide

Artwork requirements are product-specific. Open the product you intend to order and use its File Prep Guide as the final instruction set before uploading a file.

Set the artwork to the finished size

Choose the standard size or enter the custom width and length in centimetres. Prepare the artwork for that finished size and avoid enlarging a small raster image beyond the resolution available in the source file.

Check the listed resolution

Current Graphix product records specify a minimum resolution of 300 DPI. Check resolution at the actual finished size, because increasing the dimensions of an image lowers its effective resolution.

Use an accepted upload format

Current product pages accept PDF, JPG, PNG, and ZIP uploads. A ZIP file is useful when the order needs multiple related files, but the contents should still be clearly named and associated with the configured item.

Follow the product-specific bleed

Most current product pages show 0.3 cm bleed, but this is not universal. Mesh Canvas Frame Wrap shows a larger allowance, and Pull Up Banner includes special background allowances for installation and cutting. Do not reuse one product's bleed value for another product.

Review before adding to cart

Confirm the finished dimensions, selected options, quantity, and attached artwork. If the File Prep Guide changes for the selected product, follow the value displayed on that product page rather than a general guide.