Artwork Specifications

HandyPrint only accepts completed, electronic artwork , which must be print ready. Although we do check all artwork before ordering, we ask our clients to adhere to the following specifications so that their orders can be processed as quickly and as efficiently as possible. In order to get the correct artwork dimensions, we recommend using our design templates found in our downloads page. Remember that if you need clarification of any of these specs, or you get stuck, you can always contact a member of our  support team.

ARTWORK SPECS

- We only accept PDF and JPEG Files that are saved at 300dpi in CMYK format
- All artwork must be supplied to the correct size with an additional 3mm bleed. For complete accuracy we recommend you design your artwork useing our artwork templates found in the downloads section.
- Where possible please convert your text to paths, curves or outlines.
- Artwork for printed envelopes must have an 8mm margin to the edge of the artwork and can only contain at most 2 PMS colours.
- For folded brochures we recommend you use the templates found in our downloads section. These templates will ensure your brochure folds correctly.

ARTWORK DIMENSIONS

BC (54mm x 89mm)
DL (210mm x 98mm)
A6 (103mm x 148mm)
A5 (148mm x 210mm)
A4 (210mm x 297mm)
A3 (297mm x 420mm)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please remember to add an extra 3mm to each side of your artwork for “bleed”. Make sure the background of your artwork goes all the way to the edge of this bleed area. Keep in mind that this extra 3mm will be trimmed off each side to give you your final product.

IF YOU REQUIRE FURTHER CLARIFICATION ON ANY OF THESE SPECIFICATIONS PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE TEAM