• Best for print: PDF
• Best for transparent artwork: PNG
• Best for logos: AI, EPS, SVG, or vector PDF
• Accepted but not always ideal: JPG/JPEG
• Avoid: screenshots, blurry images, social media downloads, and tiny web graphics

Print-ready means your file is sized correctly, high-resolution, includes bleed when needed, keeps important details inside the safe area, and is ready to produce without major editing.

For most printed products, artwork should be 300 DPI at the final print size. If your logo looks blurry on screen, it will likely print blurry too.

Bleed is extra artwork that extends past the final cut edge. It helps prevent white borders after trimming. If your design goes to the edge, include bleed.

The safe area is where important text, logos, QR codes, and details should stay. Keep important content away from the edge so it does not get trimmed, folded, sewn, cut, or hidden.

Our design tools may try to remove backgrounds, but background removal should never be fully relied on. Always double-check for leftover edges, halos, missing details, or parts removed by mistake.

• Beginner: Canva, Adobe Express, Kittl
• Free advanced option: Photopea
• Professional: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, CorelDRAW

Colors may vary between screens and printed products. Screens use light, while print uses ink, toner, thread, vinyl, or imprint methods. For brand colors, provide PMS, CMYK, or vector artwork when possible.

DTF transfers are full-color, press-ready transfers used to decorate apparel. You upload your artwork, we print the transfer, and you apply it with a heat press.

• Upload PNG whenever possible.
• Use transparent backgrounds.
• Do not mirror artwork.
• No designs should overlap.
• Nothing should hang off the sheet edge.
• Leave at least 0.25" between designs.
• Check spelling, names, numbers, and dates.
• Use high-resolution artwork, ideally 300 DPI.
• Zoom in before ordering.
• Make sure your gang sheet is final before checkout.

Upload PNG files whenever possible because PNG files preserve transparency. JPG files usually upload with a white or colored background.

You can change the background color in the designer to better see white artwork, spacing, and transparent areas. The background color is only for preview and will not print.

Use a dark background to inspect white artwork. Use a light background to inspect dark artwork. Use gray to check transparency and spacing.

It may help, but do not fully rely on it. Always double-check for leftover edges, halos, missing parts, rough outlines, or background pieces that were not removed.

• Left chest: 3–4" wide
• Adult front: 10–12" wide
• Adult back: 11–13" wide
• Youth front: 7–9" wide
• Sleeve: 2–4" wide
• Hat logo: 2–3.5" wide
• Neck label: 2–3" wide

• Rotate smaller designs to save space.
• Fill empty areas with sleeve logos, neck labels, pocket logos, or extra brand marks.
• Group designs by customer, order, or garment location.
• Do not leave large empty areas unless intentional.

• Uploading screenshots
• Leaving a white box behind the design
• Using blurry logos
• Making text too small
• Stacking designs on top of each other by accident
• Letting artwork hang off the sheet
• Assuming background removal worked without checking

Most DTF transfers press around 300–320°F for 10–15 seconds with medium to firm pressure. Repress for 5–10 seconds after peeling for better durability. Always test first because garments and heat presses vary.

UV DTF decals are peel-and-stick transfers for hard goods. They are great for cups, tumblers, packaging, glass, acrylic, plastic, metal, and promotional products.

• Upload PNG whenever possible.
• Use transparent backgrounds.
• Do not mirror artwork.
• No decals should overlap.
• Nothing should hang off the sheet edge.
• Leave space between decals for cutting.
• Check spelling, QR codes, names, numbers, and dates.
• Make sure thin lines and small text are readable.
• Measure the item before choosing decal size.

UV DTF works best on smooth, clean, hard surfaces like glass, acrylic, plastic, metal, ceramic, packaging, and promotional products.

Avoid dusty, oily, wet, heavily textured, flexible, or soft fabric surfaces.

• Small logo decals: 2–3" wide
• Cup / tumbler logos: 3–5" wide
• Glass can wraps: 8–9.5" wide
• Packaging decals: 2–4" wide
• Jar labels: 2–4" wide
• Large product decals: 5–8" wide

• Clean the surface first.
• Make sure the item is dry.
• Peel the backing carefully.
• Place slowly and accurately.
• Press firmly across the full design.
• Rub or squeegee the entire decal.
• Peel the top film slowly at an angle.

UV DTF is not heat pressed. It is a peel-and-stick decal for hard goods.

• Applying to dirty, oily, dusty, or wet surfaces
• Using tiny unreadable text
• Using extremely thin lines
• Touching the adhesive side before applying
• Rushing placement
• Not measuring the product first

We can help with shirts, hoodies, polos, jackets, hats, uniforms, team apparel, merch drops, event apparel, staff apparel, and branded company apparel.

• Choose garment style, color, and size breakdown.
• Confirm decoration method: DTF, embroidery, screen print, vinyl, etc.
• Confirm print locations: front, back, sleeve, left chest, hat, etc.
• Upload the highest-quality artwork available.
• Confirm imprint size before ordering.
• Check spelling, names, numbers, and dates.
• Confirm quantity before checkout.
• Confirm deadline or pickup/shipping needs.

• DTF: Great for full-color logos, detailed artwork.
• Embroidery: Best for polos, hats, jackets, uniforms, and premium branding.
• Screen printing: Best for larger runs with fewer colors.
• Vinyl: Useful for names, numbers, and simple personalization.

Vector files like AI, EPS, SVG, or PDF are best for logos. High-resolution PNG files can also work for full-color DTF printing.

• Left chest logo: 3–4" wide
• Full front: 10–12" wide
• Full back: 11–13" wide
• Sleeve print: 2–4" wide
• Hat logo: 2–3.5" wide

• Coroplast yard signs
• Foam board signs
• Aluminum signs
• Vinyl banners
• Retractable banners
• Window graphics
• Wall graphics
• Vehicle graphics and wraps
• Acrylic signs
• Directional and event signage

• Confirm final sign size.
• Confirm indoor or outdoor use.
• Choose the right material.
• Upload high-resolution artwork.
• Add bleed when needed.
• Keep important text inside the safe area.
• Confirm single-sided or double-sided printing.
• Confirm grommets, hems, stakes, stands, or mounting needs.
• Check spelling, phone numbers, URLs, QR codes, and addresses.

• Coroplast: Yard signs, temporary outdoor signs, campaign signs, directional signs.
• Foam board: Indoor events, presentations, displays, and photo boards.
• Aluminum: Durable outdoor signs, parking signs, business signs, property signs.
• Vinyl banner: Events, fences, storefronts, grand openings, outdoor promotions.
• Retractable banner: Trade shows, conferences, lobbies, and events.
• Acrylic: Premium office, lobby, and wall signage.
• Window vinyl: Storefronts, hours, logos, privacy, and promotions.

Yes. Many signs need bleed so the background reaches the edge cleanly. Keep important text, logos, QR codes, and faces away from the edge so they are not trimmed or hidden.

Usually not. Small logos can become blurry or pixelated when enlarged. Vector artwork is best for large signs, banners, vehicle graphics, and storefront signage.

Installation is not automatically included unless stated on your quote or order. If you need installation, mounting, hardware, or site guidance, contact us before ordering.

• Business cards
• Flyers
• Postcards
• Brochures
• Booklets
• Menus
• Presentation folders
• Programs
• Invitations
• Certificates
• Direct mail pieces
• Envelopes and letterhead

• Upload a print-ready PDF when possible.
• Use the correct final size.
• Add bleed if the design goes to the edge.
• Keep text and logos inside the safe area.
• Check spelling, dates, phone numbers, QR codes, and addresses.
• Confirm paper type: gloss, matte, cover, text weight, etc.
• Confirm single-sided or double-sided printing.
• Confirm folding, scoring, cutting, booklet setup, or finishing needs.

A print-ready PDF is best for flyers, postcards, business cards, brochures, booklets, and most paper printing. Canva PDFs can work, but make sure you export for print, include bleed if needed, and review your file before uploading.

Gloss has more shine and can make colors feel more vibrant. Matte has less shine and gives a smoother, more professional look.

• Name spelling
• Title
• Email address
• Phone number
• Website
• Social handles
• QR code
• Bleed and safe area

• Pens
• Tote bags
• Mugs
• Tumblers
• Water bottles
• Notebooks
• Keychains
• Lanyards
• Magnets
• Table covers
• Event giveaways
• Corporate gifts

• Upload a clean logo, preferably vector.
• Confirm product color.
• Confirm imprint color.
• Confirm imprint location.
• Check imprint size limits.
• Check spelling and logo version.
• Confirm quantity and deadline.
• Expect setup charges, minimums, or proofing depending on the item.

Vector files scale cleanly and are easier to prepare for imprint methods like screen printing, pad printing, embroidery, engraving, and spot-color printing.

No. Some items allow full-color printing, while others may only allow one-color or spot-color imprinting. The imprint method depends on the product.

The imprint area is the allowed space where your logo can be printed, engraved, embroidered, or applied. Some products have very small imprint areas, so simple logos usually work best.

• Is the file the correct size?
• Is the artwork high-resolution?
• Are all words spelled correctly?
• Are phone numbers, emails, URLs, addresses, and QR codes correct?
• Is the logo clear and not blurry?
• Are backgrounds removed where needed?
• Are important details inside the safe area?
• Is bleed included where needed?
• Did you choose the right product, material, color, and quantity?
• Did you confirm pickup, shipping, or deadline needs?