Digital Print Artwork Specifications
Artwork and file types
We accept all main graphic industry file types and Microsoft Word and Publisher but recommend use of PDF.
Please provide a CMYK 'press ready' PDF at page size plus 3mm bleed. 4/6 page layouts as spreads. 8pp plus as individual pages.
Please do not impose any artwork.
Non PDF files may incur a handling charge of £20.00. You will be advised of any additional charges prior to print should this be the case. Please contact us if you need any assistance.
| File formats | File types |
| Adobe Acrobat | |
| Adobe InDesign CS4 | IND |
| Adobe Illustrator CS4 | AI, EPS (fonts included or outlines) |
| Adobe Photoshop CS4 | PSD, JPEG BMP |
| Quark Xpress | |
| Microsoft Publisher & Word | DOC PUB |
Sending files and proofs
Artwork can be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or you may contact us for a folder on our FTP system which accommodates larger files or non PDF transfers. We also recommend the use of file transfer services such as We Transfer who offer FREE services.
Once we have received your file we will process non PDF files to PDF and email you an PDF digital proof (additional charges may apply for PDF creation). You can opt to receive a printed digital proof if required or a post RIP proof.
Scan and Print Service
If you have flat artwork, photographs or transparencies that you would like to publish or print use our expert scanning and retouching service to turn you images into digital files and printed materials.
File check
Designed your own? Let us check your artwork file to ensure that you are not going to waste your money on a re-print.
Don't know how to ready your file for press?
If you need help to ready your artwork file for press please contact us as we offer a WebEx service where we connect remotely to your computer and do it for you.
Don't know how to create a PDF?
There are many FREE PDF creator services and softwares that you can install into your design software. PDF Online allow you to upload a file online and receive a PDF in return, whilst doPDF is a free downloadable software that allows you to output a PDF via your print settings. (We cannot take responsibilty for your chosen service and the results, please do your own research)
Experience - Adobe Authorised Print Service Provider
To be successful in the digital print market you need to be at the experienced in both press and pre-press technology. As Adobe Authorised Print Partners we have the latest versions of all Adobe Softwares and are qualified to offer support and conversion for all Adobe and non-native file types to press ready PDF.