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has been compiled to assist
you in preparing electronic files for the Inove’ Graphics
team. Using these guidelines will enable us to produce
your job in the most cost-effective, expeditious way
possible.
Two of the most common problems with electronic files
are missing fonts and stylized fonts. Always provide
both screen and printer fonts with your files. What
fonts we have at Inove’ Graphics may not be the same
version that you used in your files. This can cause
reflow of text or at least a delay in the output of
your files while we attempt to resolve the issue.
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Remember to also include fonts that have been used in placed
graphics.
If text in placed graphics has been converted to paths , we will not require these
fonts.
TrueType fonts are more likely to create problems in the production
of your work. Therefore, we recommend that you avoid using
them. For best results, use Postscript Type 1 fonts from reputable
companies ).
IF you must use different font types , please use separate font suitcases
for the each type of font you send.
Avoid stylizing the fonts, use bold or italic versions of
your typeface. Creating bold and italic type through use of
the style menu or palette can lead to substitution errors
and other unpredictable results.
Inove’ Graphics prefers that you furnish your files as single
page or as “reader spreads”. Our imposition
software handles the page layout to our needed specifications.
Don’t create an oversize document with crop marks drawn
in. Make the document actual size and use crop marks from
Quark or Pagemaker. Use master page items when trying to align
objects such as running heads and page numbers.
Try not to use small increment rotations of images in Quark
or Pagemaker, but make these in the application in which it
was created. Be sure to delete any extra elements in your
document such as empty text or graphic windows for example.
This will decrease the RIP time of the file.
Please include all graphic support files with the document file in which they are
used. If you are using other design programs such as , please include the original
application file. If the software gives you the option, you
should always link your graphics to your publication rather
than imbed them. Imbedded images cannot be altered. Should
there be any problems / trapping issues with your graphics,
we will not be able to help you with them.
This can cause added expense and delay to your job. If using
TIFF files in Quark, do not use NONE as a fill color. Outlined
high res files should be EPS files with the clipping path
selected. Do not use TIFFs with a fill of NONE. With a white
background some EPS images will appear transparent when placed
in Quark, but will print opaque. Always check to be sure these
images are sent to the bottom layer, so it doesn’t block
out type or other graphics.
All linked graphics should be updated to the latest version
shown as “OK” in picture usage dialog box. Try
to use smooth curves, with as few points and corners as possible
when creating clipping paths. FPO files cannot be modified, all changes should be
made to the high res file.
Generally, you should create your file to include at least
1/8” bleed beyond final trim. You should also watch
your panel sizes on folded jobs. A 12 x 9 document that will
fold to 4 x 9 will only have TWO panels that will be 4 inches.
The first fold in panel will of course need to be undersized
by approximately an 1/8” to allow a proper, clean fold.
Thus making the actual page size of the document 11 7/8 x
9. You should create your page size in your layout program
accordingly.
Please use CMYK builds for process work rather than RGB, and
Pantone colors for spot color jobs. When using spot colors,
be consistent on the name of the color between different programs,
or you could get more than one type of that spot color. PMS
blends in Illustrator should have beginning and end points
that are a tint of the PMS color, not a percentage of CMYK.
Be sure to include composite lasers with files. A color laser
is very helpful if possible.
When you use color, you will need to consider how the job
will be trapped. If you are not comfortable doing your own
trapping, we will be happy to take care of this for you. Our
output system has built-in trapping software. If you decide
to apply your own trapping to your project, please make a
special note of this on your order form or bring this to the
attention of your sales consultant.
Inove’ Graphics can receive files in the following media formats:
• 3.5 disks
• CD-ROM
• DVD
• Iomega zip (100, 200, and 250mb)
• Jaz disk (1gb and 2gb)
• Syquest (call for further info if furnishing files
on Syquest disk)
• Via file transfer through our website
Please include your name, phone number and company name on
all media sent to Inove’ Graphics. Be sure to print a list
of all files that your are sending. Please send only those
files that are pertinent to that particular job. Please include
a laser copy of your FINAL job layout with your files. As
mentioned before, this will help to prevent delays in your
project and will allow us to take a proactive role in avoiding
issues we may see as possible problems with your files and
it’s output.
Also Checkout our article on setting
up PDF Files.
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