Artwork Guide
File Format
![ai icon](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/ai-icon.png)
![ai icon](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/pdf-icon.png)
RECOMMEND
AI or PDF is the recommended file format for printing.
We also accept JPEG / EPS / PSD / TIFF format that has good resolution (300 DPI or higher)
If you would like to use a different format, please contact our customer support.
·Difference between AI and JPEG
![ai or eps vector file](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/ai-eps-vector-file.jpg)
AI / EPS (Vector)
Results in crisp and fine printing quality.
Resolution does not change no matter how big the print is.
![jpeg image file](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/jpeg-image-file.jpg)
JPEG (Image)
Low quality images result in pixelated and blurry printing.
The bigger the print is, the lesser quality it produces.
ARTWORK ORIENTATION
Shape
Square or Rectangle
- Square or Rectangle
- Circle or Oval
COLOUR MODE
Please make sure that your design is set in CMYK colour mode for printing.
CMYK is the colour scheme used for mixing colour in graphic designs,
while RGB is associated with electronic displays, such as TV screens, monitors, camera, etc.
![cmyk colour mode](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/cmyk-colour-mode.jpg)
CMYK mode
![rgb colour mode](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/rgb-colour-mode.jpg)
RGB mode
IMAGE RESOLUTION
Images with resolution at 300DPI or higher is recommended.
Images created for websites generally have a resolution of 72 DPI (Dots Per Inch). This is much lower than what is required for good quality print.
If the artwork is supplied at a low resolution, the printed image may appear blurred, jagged and rough.
![300 dpi](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/300-dpi.jpg)
300dpi or higher
![72 dpi](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/72-dpi.jpg)
72dpi
FONT OUTLINE
Please make sure the fonts are outlined if you are working on Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop.
If the fonts are not outlined, the designated fonts may be replaced with other fonts or may be displayed incorrectly.
![create font outline](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/create-font-outline.jpg)
After selecting the font to be outlined, right-click and select Create Outlines. [Shift+Ctrl +O]
![not outlined font](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/not-outlined-font.jpg)
Non-outlined font
![outlined font](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/outlined-font.jpg)
Outlined font
EMBED
If there are image files added to your design, please make sure they are embedded.
If images are not embedded properly, they would not be found or displayed properly.
![embed](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/embed.jpg)
Click Embed in Control Panel.
FONT SIZE & STROKE
It is recommended to design with fonts of 4pt or more. Small characters may be crushed and difficult to read.
Please design and create a line thickness of 0.25pt or more. Thin lines or small designs may not be visible once printed on sticker.
![font size 4 pt stroke 0.25 and less](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/font-size-4-pt-stroke-0.25-and-less.jpg)
Font size more than 4pt / Stroke 0.25pt and less
![font size 4 pt stroke 0.25 and more](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/font-size-4-pt-stroke-0.25-and-more.jpg)
Font size more than 4pt / Stroke 0.25pt and more
CUTTING MOVEMENT
Cutting movement of 1 to 2mm will not be subject to defects due to mechanical tolerances. Please consider carefully before designing.
![design with border final proof](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/design-with-border-final-proof.jpg)
![design with border cutting movement](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/design-with-border-cutting-movement.jpg)
Design with border >>> The misalignment becomes more obvious.
![design without border final proofing](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/design-without-border-final-proofing.jpg)
![design without border cutting movement](https://static.singaprinting.com/v2/images/userguide/artwork_guide/design-without-border-cutting-movement.jpg)
Design without border >>> The misalignment is less obvious without the uneven border. [Recommended]