MADE TO
Short answer: good print comes from three decisions made early: a correct file, the right paper and finish, and a realistic quantity and deadline. This page walks through all three and links to the detailed guide for each.
If you design the artwork
Your job is a file the press can use without changes. The short version: finished size plus 3 mm bleed, text 4 mm inside the trim, CMYK colour, images at 300 dpi, fonts outlined.
- The designer's prepress checklist for Illustrator and Photoshop
- Preparing artwork for spot UV and foil
- Setting up artwork on a box dieline
- Free artwork templates with bleed, trim and safe zone already marked
If you buy print for a company
Your job is the right quality at a fair cost, delivered on time.
- Paper stocks, GSM, coatings and print costs
- Bulk printing: how to cut cost per piece
- Event branding checklist for BTL and exhibitions
The four steps of every print job
| Step | What to decide | Where to start |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Product and size | What it is and where it will be used | Business cards, flyers, brochures, boxes, banners |
| 2. Paper and finish | Weight, coating, special effects | GSM explained |
| 3. Artwork | Upload, design online, or hire a designer | Artwork templates |
| 4. Quantity and date | How many, and when you need them | Instant price on each product page |
Frequently asked questions
Do you check my file before printing?
Yes. A person checks every file for free and tells you before printing if something needs fixing. The product page also warns you about size, resolution and colour as soon as you choose a file.
Can I get same-day printing in Colombo?
Selected products such as business cards and flyers can be same day when ordered before the daily cut-off shown on the product page.
Which file format is best?
A print-ready PDF at the finished size plus bleed. We also accept AI, PSD, JPG and PNG.
