Artwork guidelines
How to set up your files
Simple rules and exact file sizes for everything we print — so your order comes out right the first time. Not sure? Send it anyway: every order gets a free file check.
Step-by-step guides
Detailed guides for our most popular products.
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DTF transfer guide
How to size, upload and press DTF transfers and gang sheets — temperatures, timing and peel.
Read the DTF guide →
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UV sticker guide
How to order, prepare and apply UV DTF stickers on cups, tumblers and hard surfaces.
Read the UV guide →
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No design yet?
Choose “Design it for me” (+$15) on the product page. We’ll call you to go over it before anything prints.
How it works →
The 3 lines on every print file
When you upload, the preview shows these lines on your design so you can check it before ordering.
- Bleed (outer edge)Extra background around your design. It gets trimmed off, so no white edge shows after cutting. Usually 1/8 in on each side.
- Cut line (red)Where we trim. This is the finished size of your piece.
- Safe area (green)Keep text, logos, faces and phone numbers inside this line so nothing gets cut off.
Quick rules
These apply to almost everything we print.
300 DPIUse 300 DPI at the final print size. Large signs, banners and posters are fine at 100–150 DPI at full size.
PDF, PNG or JPGThose work best. AI, EPS and PSD are accepted too. Convert text to outlines if you send AI or PDF files.
Extend backgroundsIf your design has a background color or photo, stretch it all the way to the edge of the file (the bleed).
Transparent PNG for apparelFor shirts, totes and DTF, upload a PNG with a transparent background — no white or colored box behind your design.
Made in Canva?In Canva, turn on File → Settings → Show print bleed, then download as PDF Print. Or just paste your Canva share link when you order.
Big file?Paste a Google Drive, Dropbox or WeTransfer link instead of uploading. Make sure anyone with the link can view it.
ColorsScreens and paper show color differently. If an exact color match matters (like a logo color), tell us before you order.
File sizes by product
Make your file the size in the “Make your file” column. Tap a product to order it.
| Product | Finished size | Make your file | Safe area | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business cards | 3.5 × 2 in | 3.65 × 2.12 in | 1/8 in inside the edge | Front and back are separate files. |
| Postcards & flyers | 3.88 × 5.88 or 4.88 × 6.88 in | 4 × 6 or 5 × 7 in (the size you order) | 1/8 in inside the cut | Extend backgrounds to the edge of the file. |
| Brochures | 11 × 8.5 in flat | 11.25 × 8.75 in | 1/8 in, away from folds | Use the fold lines in the upload preview. |
| Door hangers | 3.5 × 8.5 in | 3.75 × 8.75 in | 1/8 in inside the cut | Keep the top clear for the door hole. |
| Invitations | 4 × 6 or 5 × 7 in | 4.25 × 6.25 or 5.25 × 7.25 in | 1/8 in inside the cut | 300 DPI for sharp text and photos. |
| Carbonless forms | 5.38 × 8.38 in | 5.5 × 8.5 in | 1/8 in inside the cut | Prints in black ink only. |
| Crack & peel stickers | Size you order | Size + 1/8 in on each side | 1/8 in inside the cut | For circles, upload a square file. |
| Yard signs | Size you order | Size + 1/8 in on each side | 1/4 in inside the cut | 150 DPI or more. Back side is optional. |
| Car magnets | Size you order | Size + 1/8 in on each side | 1/4 in inside the cut | Corners are rounded — keep details off them. |
| Vinyl banners | Size you order | Full size + 1/8 in (or same proportions) | 1 in from the edges | Hems and grommets go in that 1 in. |
| Posters & foam boards | Size you order | Size + 1/8 in on each side | 1/4 in inside the cut | Photos look best at 300 DPI. |
| A-frame inserts | 24 × 36 in | 24.25 × 36.25 in | 1/2 in inside the cut | The frame covers the edges. |
| Pin-back buttons | 3 in round | 3 5/8 in circle (about 1100 × 1100 px) | 2 1/2 in circle | The outer edge wraps around the button. |
| Printed patches | 3 in round or 4 × 2 in | 3.25 × 3.25 or 4.25 × 2.25 in | 1/4 in inside the cut | The black border covers the edge. |
| Mugs | 11 oz wrap | A clear image about 2000 px wide | Keep faces off the edges | We fit your design to the mug. |
| Shirts, totes & DTF | DTF up to 12 × 17 in · gang sheets 15 × 36 in | Transparent PNG, 300 DPI at print size | — | See the DTF guide for sizing tips. |
Not sure your file is ready?Send it anyway — every order gets a free file check, and we’ll reach out if anything needs fixing.