A large format print layout is a file that is fully prepared for printing and doesn't require changes to its contents or any other changes for printing.
There should be no cutting lines and the size of the page should match the size of the layout!
A layout prepared for large format printing must not contain Crop Marks !!! They are not required for large format printing!
1. File types for transferring a large format print layout
We only accept PDF and TIFF files for large format printing.
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Adobe Illustrator
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PDF format
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texts converted to outlines, the effects used (expand aperance).
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Adobe Photoshop
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TIFF format
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All layers must be merged into one.
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Corel Draw
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PDF format
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Texts must be converted to curves, all effects must be convert to bitmap.
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When saving a file in PDF format, it is important to choose - Adobe PDF Preset - PDF / X-1a.
2. Layout color range.
The layout must be prepared in CMYK or Grayscale colors. It must not contain any other color models (eg RGB or PANTONE). Otherwise, the printer processor will change these color models to the CMYK color model, and the print result will not match your expected colors.
In order to see the correct color gamut of the layout on the monitor screen, it must be calibrated, as well as use the color profile CoatedFOGRA39.icc. Otherwise, your computer monitor may display one color tone, but the printout will be different.
For very small text and objects C0 M0 Y0 K100. For text and small print objects C30 M30 Y30 K100. For larger print objects and background C60 M60 Y60 K100.
If you are creating a large format print layout in Adobe Photoshop, save it in TIFF format, all layers must be merged into one. When creating a layout in Adobe Illustrator or Corel Draw, save it in PDF format.