An easy way to avoid project delays and additional costs is to ensure that you send 'clean' project files to Planet Press.

By using this handy checklist, you'll be able to optimize your print ordering experience with Mid-American Printing Systems:

• Clearly indicate the filename of the document to print
• Include a hard-copy sample or PDF of the file to print
• Create the document with the same trim size as the final printed piece.
• Include all source images in your document
• Raster images should be a minimum of 300 DPI
• Flatten source images and save them as TIF or EPS files
• Include all fonts used in your document (both screen and printer fonts). Don't forget to check for embedded fonts in images!
• Do not use the style palette to italicize or bold a font. Instead, use the actual typeface such as, Arial Bold.
• Ensure all colors are CMYK or spot colors (please do not use RGB or registration)
• Remember to extend images that bleed beyond the edge of the document ¼". Also, keep any critical data .125" from the edge of the page.
• Remove any fold or cut lines form the print image area.

Review the above checklist before submitting your next file to Planet Press. Your proactive approach will enable you to better prepare your file for print, reduce the overall project cycle time, and eliminate additional file preparation charges.