Prepress
Can you accept files on disk?
Yes, we can work with most graphic design software. We can accept files from the following software applications:
Macintosh
QuarkXPress 6.5, 6.0, 5.0
Adobe PageMaker 7.0, 6.5
Adobe InDesign CS2, CS1 and 2.0
Adobe Photoshop CS2, CS1 and 7.0
Adobe Illustrator CS2, CS1 and 10
Macromedia Freehand 10.0
Windows/PC
Adobe PageMaker 7.0
Adobe Photoshop 6.0
Adobe Illustrator 9
Microsoft Publisher 2.0 (one color ink only)
We do not support Microsoft Word, Microsoft Powerpoint, nor CorelDraw as formats acceptable for printing. Files submitted in these formats will require conversion.
Adobe Acrobat PDF files
Although we encourage customers to submit PDF files, it is difficult to make changes or correct problems in this format. If you wish to submit PDF files, please click here to download the ".joboptions" file for Acrobat Distiller that is compatible with our workflow.
How can I submit files?
You may submit files on CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Zip 100 and floppy disk. Files under 5 megabytes can also be e-mailed to taylored@tayloredprinting.com. Larger files can be uploaded to our FTP server. Email ftp@tayloredprinting.com to receive a login and password.
Do you have a file submission form?
Yes, please click here to download our Electronic File Submission form.
What is rich black?
Large black blocks or large text (over 24 point) that overlaps pictures or other graphics need to be set to rich black. Rich black is process black with additional amounts of cyan, magenta, and yellow. This will result in a very dark black when it overprints an image. A good mix for rich black is 40% cyan, 30% magenta, 30% yellow, 100% black. See samples below. Also, do not use the following blacks in your document:
Auto black
Microsoft Word text is set to Auto color by default. When placed into PageMaker, the text will remain as Auto and will be an RGB color. You will need to change all of this text to Black to prevent it from converting to CMYK.
Registration black
Never use this color unless you want an object or text to appear in all colors of the printed job.
What else is needed with my file?
In addition to your document layout, you will need to provide the following:
All support images/graphics that are displayed in the layout.
All fonts including screen fonts and printer fonts (suitcase and postscript fonts for Mac; PFM and PFB fonts for Window)
Hard copy laser or color inkjet proof showing folds, bleeds, diecuts, etc.
Do I need to supply RGB or CMYK images?
All images that print in color must be supplied as CMYK at 300 dpi. Line art reproduces best at 600 dpi and higher. Images must be saved in EPS or TIF format, not JPG, JPEG, PICT, BMP, WMF, GIF, WPG, EMF, or OLE.
What are Bleeds?
Images or graphics that extend over the edge of printed material need to be designed with at least 1/8 inch overlapping the edge. See illustration.
For books, do I need to paginate?
No, we will take care of pagination for you. Please ensure page 1 is the first page of your document.
What font issues do I need to be aware of?
Do not “falsely” italicize or bold a font that you do not have. For example, in the font palette, specifically choose Palatino Bold Italic. Do not choose Palatino then bold-italicize it from the style menu, measurements or control palette. Also, do not use Multiple Master fonts.
Do I need to provide layered Photoshop files?
Although it’s not necessary, we prefer that you also include the layered versions of your Photoshop files. This will allow us to make adjustments or corrections to your images if needed.
What are other problems that I should be aware of?
Here are several that we’ve found are common issues with customer submitted files:
1) Missing fonts
2) The supplied laser print or color proof does not match the file submitted.
3) Graphics are missing or resolution is too low on images.
4) RGB files are submitted instead of CMYK.
5) Fonts use in Adobe Illustrator or Macromedia Freehand support files are missing.
6) Panels of folded brochures do not line up.
7) Images and graphics do not have their bleeds pulled out 1/8 inch.
8) Pictures don’t align to their keylines. A white gap appears between the picture and its ruled border.
