To get the best result
Graphic guidelines
Recommended design software
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
Note: If you are using Adobe InDesign, QuarkXpress or CorelDraw, be sure to export the final layout as an EPS and convert all fonts to outlines.
Resolution
We strongly advise that you use a resolution of 100 DPI in the final format with a 1:1 scale (minimum 72 DPI). Files with a resolution less than 72 DPI will be pixelated.
File format
- Only PDF files are accepted. Please provide us with one graphic per submitted file (1 graphic = 1 PDF).
- All fonts must be vectorized and image links must be embedded.
- Your file should not contain any crop or print marks. Do not use the overprinting mode.
Colors
- Files exclusively in CMYK
- Please convert your Pantone files into CMYK format.
- If you desire a specific color rendering, please provide us with a color proof created with the file you have sent us before placing your order. Otherwise, printing will be done according to our usual color profile.
- For black areas (large format), we recommend reinforcing black by 50% with three other colors (C 50 M 50 Y 50 K 100).
Note: Please be advised that colors printed in your graphic will differ from those that appear on your screen or on glossy paper.
illustrations
When selecting images and illustrations, please take technical requirements of production into account:
- Scaling: ensure compliance with enlargement ratios
- Choice of format: ensure suitability with formatting
- Choice of colors: consider quality and respect of colors (see color section)
- Use of gradients: create them in the desired format to avoid any smoothing problems in your graphics
- Verification of resolution and definition: always remember to check the rendering of your graphics in the final format using a 1:1 scale
By following these recommendations, you will ensure that your files are compliant
Typographies
It is recommended to avoid using thin and ultra-thin fonts. There is a high risk of color migration.
file submission
- File transfer services: FTP, WeTransfer, Sharefile, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive…
- If you would like to upload files to our FTP, please send an email to info@clickaffiche.com to request FTP access information.
