SELECT'S DESIGN AND PRE-PRESS TIPS

01. If you are sending us files on a disc always provide the name of the file and the program used to create it. Label your disc with your name, address and phone number.

02. Be very specific when you're naming a file, for example "Brochure final 2-2-2005" instead of "Brfinal#22-5-2205"

03. Always provide the artwork in folders. Most of the time you'll provide three folders: one for source documents, one for fonts (screen and printer), and one for imported images

04. Do not submit duplicates of a file to be printed, it is easy to print the wrong file especially if they are in the same directory, ONLY provide what is to be printed.

05. It was a misconception in the 80's that printing bureaus HAD to have all the fonts necessary to print any publication. Font licensing and distribution became a big issue for type foundries, please ALWAYS provide copies of any screen and printer fonts you use in a publication. Although we have an extensive type library we might not have the fonts you used for your design.

06. Include a hard copy for every job or page of a publication. If it is a reprint provide the previous job number.

07. Remember, when scanning images any line art included should be scanned at 600dpi, any photographs or color charts should be saved at 300dpi, after you save an image DO NOT SCALE IT more than 120% or it will interpolate.

08. We are not responsible for errors in the body text of a publication. Always proof read your copy, preferably by more than one person in your organization, before submitting your files to us.

09. We have a file size for email submissions, if you have large files to upload please use our FTP server, we can provide you with the username and password.

10. Please provide detailed directions if your job requires specific features such as screens, varnishes or stock type. If you are unsure about the stock, varnishes or special finishes call us, we are glad to help!