Supplied Artwork Guidelines

ACCEPTED FILE FORMATS

To achieve the best possible result, we recommend supplying your artwork in one of the following formats:Purchase Orders

Preferred formats

  • AI — Adobe Illustrator source files

  • EPS — Encapsulated PostScript vector files

  • PDF — High-quality, print-ready PDF files

Other formats we may accept

  • PSD — Adobe Photoshop

  • TIFF / TIF — High-resolution image files

  • PNG — High-quality raster images with transparency where required

  • JPG / JPEG — High-resolution images

Vector artwork is preferred for logos, lettering and graphics because it can be resized without losing quality. If you are unsure whether your file is suitable, send it through and our team can assess it before production.

PREPARING YOUR ARTWORK

Our in-house design and production team works with customers to ensure artwork is suitable for its intended application. Supplying correctly prepared files helps minimise production delays and achieve the best possible finish.

Before submitting your artwork, please check the following:

OUTLINE YOUR FONTS

Convert all fonts to outlines, curves or paths before supplying your final artwork. This prevents text from changing appearance or being substituted when opened on another computer.

USE HIGH-RESOLUTION IMAGES

Low-resolution images can appear blurry, jagged or pixelated when enlarged for printing. Supply images at an appropriate resolution for the final output size. As a general guide, 150–300 DPI at final size is recommended for many print applications, depending on the product and viewing distance.

EMBED OR INCLUDE ALL IMAGES

If your artwork contains placed images or linked graphics, ensure they are embedded in the file or supplied separately. Missing linked images may appear blank or be excluded from the final artwork.

CHECK YOUR ARTWORK SIZE

Supply artwork at the intended finished size wherever practical. If the file is supplied at a reduced scale, clearly indicate the required finished dimensions.

CHECK COLOURS

CMYK artwork is generally preferred for printed graphics. If a specific brand colour is important, provide the relevant Pantone reference or a physical colour sample. Colours may vary between screens, materials, inks and printing processes.

COMMON ARTWORK PROBLEMS TO AVOID

Fonts not outlined

If fonts are not outlined and the required font is unavailable, text may change or display incorrectly when the file is opened on another computer.

Solution: Convert fonts to outlines, curves or paths before sending your final artwork.

Low-resolution images

Images that look clear on a phone or computer screen may not have enough resolution for large-format printing. Enlarging small images can produce blurry edges and visible pixelation.

Solution: Supply high-quality original images at an appropriate resolution for the finished product. Avoid screenshots and images downloaded from websites where possible.

Missing or linked images

Artwork containing externally linked images may open without those images if the original files have not been supplied.

Solution: Embed all images in the artwork file or include the original linked files with your submission.

ARTWORK CHECKLIST

Before sending your files to Sticky Fingerz, please ensure:

  • Your artwork is supplied in a preferred vector format where possible.

  • All fonts have been outlined or converted to paths.

  • All images are embedded or supplied with the artwork.

  • Images are suitable for the intended print size.

  • The finished dimensions are clearly specified.

  • Colour references are provided where accurate brand colour matching is required.

  • Any required bleed, cut lines or finishing details have been included or discussed with our team.

DON’T HAVE PRINT-READY ARTWORK?

No problem. Our in-house design team can assist with preparing artwork for signage, vehicle wraps, decals, stickers, banners and other printed products.

Depending on the files supplied, your artwork may require adjustments, rebuilding or additional design work before it is ready for production. Any additional charges will be discussed where applicable.

ARTWORK APPROVAL

Where applicable, Sticky Fingerz will provide an electronic artwork proof for your review and approval before production begins.

Please carefully check all spelling, contact details, dimensions, colours, layout and other supplied information before approving your proof. Production will proceed once the required approval has been received.

Customer-supplied artwork must be checked and approved by the customer. Sticky Fingerz accepts no responsibility for errors in the final artwork that have been approved by the customer, in accordance with our Terms & Conditions.

NEED HELP WITH YOUR ARTWORK?

If you have questions about file formats, image quality or preparing your artwork for production, our team is happy to help.

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