Acceptable Forms of Artwork Include:
1. Vector Art: These art files are scalable and once created will look the same on a business card as they will on a billboard. *Please convert all text to outlines, curves, or paths*
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.eps Encapsulated Postscript - Saved from a vector based program i.e. illustrator
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.pdf Adobe Acrobat Reader - This format works well for both vector and high resolution raster files
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.ai Adobe Illustrator - CS3 or lower
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.cdr Corel Draw - X3 or lower
2. Raster Art: Raster or Bitmap files are pixel-based and can often appear "jaggy" if the resolution is not high enough.
- .jpg Hi-Resolution (100 dpi actual size, saved as RGB) *This is the preferred method for full color signs and banners*
- .psd Adobe Photoshop CS3 or lower. Leave Layers / Do Not Flatten Image
- .tif Tagged Image File Hi-resolution (at least 100 dpi actual size)
Unacceptable forms of artwork include:
- Raster Files: .gif, .wmf, .bmp, low resolution jpg, (any of the above saved as a eps); Any art being used on the internet.
- Programs: Quark, Paint, Publisher, and greeting card software
Please keep in mind artwork pulled off the internet is not acceptable and will result in the images being pixelated when enlarged.
Transmitting your files online:
Artwork under 500kb please send to signquick@yahoo.com
Artwork over 500kb please use our file upload feature button on the homepage.