Computer Generated Artwork-File Setup Requirements for Printed Products

Following these guidelines will help expedite and ensure the successful output of your graphics when supplying computer generated artwork.

Acceptable Software Applications:

PC format:

•  Adobe Illustrator CS4 or lower
•  Corel Draw 13 or lower (files saved as .cdr)
•  Adobe Photoshop CS4 or lower
•  Adobe InDesign CS4 or lower

File Formats:

•  PC Formatted
•  CD-rom / PC format
•  DVD with PC formatted files

Design Specifications

Quality: The highest quality images are always produced from the best original art that you can provide. Dolphin Graphics can perform image-retouching magic, but we always ask for the best original artwork to start with.

Art Reminders: these are general guideline notes for most products; please contact our art department for exact specifications for your products.

•  Convert all fonts to paths or curves. (Converted text can no longer be edited as text.)

NOTES: Strokes are not acceptable for die cut vinyl graphics or designs that require in-line and outline areas of an image. Please convert all strokes to paths / outline stroke before submitting file.

•  For Mac users:

Convert all files to PC format, (TIFF or EPS)

•  Multi-color jobs should be created using spot color mode rather than process color mode.
•  Include all EPS and Tiff files used in creating your document.

Illustrator NOTES: Strokes are not acceptable for die cut vinyl graphics or designs that require in-line and outline areas of an image. Please convert all strokes to paths / outline stroke before

Include a hard copy or JPG image of your artwork with written instructions. If possible, send proofs of color separations for multiple color jobs. Please be sure to make a personal copy of any files you send.

WARNING! LOGOS ARE NOT CLIPART!
All logos are trademarks of their respective owners, and are offered as a convenience for their lawful use only, with proper permission from the copyright or trademark holders. Obtaining logo files from Dolphin Graphics does NOT give you authorization nor permission to use the copyrighted logos without the specific consent of the copyright or trademark holder. Before you use, reproduce or distribute in any manner any logo obtained from Dolphin Graphics, you must first receive the express permission of the holder of the copyright or trademark of that logo. Failure to obtain such permission is a violation under international law.