In order for Heritage Printing and Quick Copy to turn your artwork into a stunning printed masterpiece we request that you prepare your documents, graphics and artwork in a format and file type that is optimized for the best printing results.
Please read the details below closely to make sure that your files meet these guidelines before sending them to us. Having your files prepared properly will save you time and money. If you have any questions about our file requirements you may call us at 770-932-3800 or send an email to graphics@heritageprintinginc.com
For the best print quality, we prefer:
- Hi-Resolution, print-ready PDF files.
- All images must be embedded and all fonts outlined (or converted to curves).
- For full color printing: All files must be prepared as CMYK.
- For Offset Printing: All files must be prepared as CMYK, using the preferred PMS/spot colors.
- All files must be prepared to the final trim size. (Ex: Business cards are 3.5″ x 2″, set up your file to that size, not 8.5×11 with a card in the middle)
- If your job requires bleeds (art or color that extends beyond the trim area), your PDF must include a minimum of .125″ bleed on EACH side that bleeds. Please make sure you have proper bleed and trim marks.
You can deliver your files to us in a variety of ways:
- Stop by our office 🙂
- Mail or drop off a CD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW and DVD+RW
- Mail or drop off a USB Thumb drive
- Email files less than 10 MB in size to graphics@heritageprintinginc.com
- Upload larger files through our website Up to 30 MB
We understand that files will occasionally come to us in need of repair or changes, and we are happy to fix or make corrections, if possible.
We charge $40/hr ($20 minimum) for repairs, changes, color corrections and other prepress computer work.
PC software supported:
These versions and most earlier versions of each title are supported
- Adobe Illustrator CS4
- Adobe Indesign CS4
- Adobe Photoshop C4
- Microsoft Excel*
- Microsoft PowerPoint*
- Microsoft Publisher 2003*
- Microsoft Word*
*The files may not print as you expect. Proofs are required
*Upcharges may apply. However, If you supply a Hi-Resolution, print-ready PDFs this an be avoided
CorelDraw is not supported. Please export as Illustrator file with all text converted to curves.
If you are sending files created on a Mac, please make sure the file extension is at the end of the file name. (ex: myfile.pdf)