Color Mode
For best print results, artwork should be prepared in CMYK color mode. CMYK is used for professional printing and gives a more accurate preview of how colors may appear on printed packaging.
RGB colors are mainly used for screens, so designs created in RGB can look different after printing. If your brand uses specific colors, you can also provide Pantone color codes to help guide color matching during production.
Before sending your files, please convert all artwork to CMYK and check that your colors match your brand requirements as closely as possible.
Fonts and Text
All text should be clear, readable, and correctly placed inside the safe print area. Small text, thin fonts, and highly decorative typefaces may lose clarity when printed on packaging materials.
To avoid missing font issues, please convert all fonts to outlines or include the font files with your artwork. This helps preserve the exact look of your text during printing.
We recommend keeping important text away from cut lines, fold lines, and edges. Product names, instructions, barcodes, and legal details should remain easy to read on the final box.
Resolution
High-resolution artwork helps create sharp and professional packaging. For best results, images and raster graphics should be at least 300 DPI at the final print size.
Low-resolution images may appear blurry, pixelated, or unclear after printing. This is especially important for product photos, background textures, logos, icons, and detailed design elements.
Before uploading your artwork, zoom in and check that all images, lines, and text look clean and sharp.
File Formats
Please submit your artwork in print-ready file formats whenever possible. Preferred file types include:
- AI
- EPS
- PSD
- SVG
- CDR
Print-ready PDF files are often the easiest format to review and process. If your design includes photos or other raster images, make sure they are high-resolution and properly linked or embedded.
If you are sending editable design files, please include all required images, fonts, and linked assets so our team can review your artwork without missing elements.
File Organization
Organized files help reduce confusion and make the production process smoother. Please separate key artwork elements into clear layers when possible.
Useful layers may include:
- Design artwork
- Logo and text
- Background graphics
- Cut lines
- Fold lines
- Bleed area
- Spot UV, foil, embossing, or special finish layers
Please label your layers clearly and avoid flattening important dieline or finishing details. This helps our team understand how your packaging should be printed, cut, folded, and finished.
Bleed and Safe Area
Please extend background colors, images, or design elements beyond the cut line to create proper bleed. Bleed helps prevent unwanted white edges after trimming.
Keep important text, logos, and product details inside the safe area. This protects key design elements from being too close to the edge, fold, or cut area.
If you are unsure about bleed, margins, or dieline setup, our team can guide you before production.
Dieline Template
A dieline works as the blueprint for your packaging. It shows where your box will be cut, folded, glued, and assembled.
Using the correct dieline helps ensure your artwork fits the box structure properly. Before placing your final design, make sure you are working on the right dieline for your selected box style and size.
Get A Dieline Template
Need an accurate template before starting your design? Request the dieline template and use it to place your artwork correctly.