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Specification guide ensures we get your print labels perfect every time
Please read this page in conjunction with our Artwork File Guide
We use four main processes or methods for printing your work. Each of these print types requires slightly different set up parameters, so please use the information below as a general guide.
Contact us before you start the design process. We may be able to offer advice that will improve the finish of your work and save you time as well.
Once we have an understanding of what you are trying to achieve we will be able to discuss specific requirements with you.
Platform
We operate PC’s rather than Mac’s.
Programmes
The main design programs we use are:
Adobe Illustrator CS4, Adobe Photoshop CS4 & Corel Draw X3
Sizes
Wherever possible artwork should be created at the finished size 1:1 scale.
Text/Fonts
Convert all fonts to curves, paths or outlines. This is most important to ensure that there are no conflicts or changes to your text style. For more detail on how to do this, please download the PDF at the bottom of this page.
Colours
Screen Printing: Please indicate all PMS colours (Spot/Special colours)
Digital Printing: We prefer files to be provided in CMYK format, however PMS is acceptable also.
Knife/Dielines
Knifelines are to be supplied in a contrasting colour on the art file. Please provide them on a separate layer and not as part of the flattened image.
Bleeds
Bleed is when the colour “bleeds” off the label’s edge. If your label design or background colour is intended to cover the entire surface of the label, please note that we need 2mm of bleed around the edge of the label. For example if you have a 10mm x 20mm label where the colour bleeds off the edge, you should size your design to 14mm x 24mm. This ensures 2mm bleed around each side of the label.
File Transfer
We can accept files of up to 8MB via email. Do not apply any form of image compression.
Please send files to art@readlabel.com.au
Files larger than 8MB should be burnt to CD/DVD and sent to:
Art Department
Read Label
22 Tennyson St
Williamstown VIC 3016 Australia
Please Supply a colour hardcopy printout or PDF for layout and checking purposes. Please note that colour laser or inkjet prints are not considered colour correct.
Give us a call now on 03 9397 0355 and we will be happy to answer any questions.
Alternatively, use our Contact Us page.
