Artwork Guidelines

Artwork
Requirements.

To avoid delays, please review the artwork requirements before submitting your order. Meeting these guidelines means faster production and better print results.

Accepted Formats

Supported file types.

.PDF

Preferred — print-ready with embedded fonts and CMYK colour

.AI

Adobe Illustrator source file — include links and fonts

.EPS

Vector format, CMYK, embedded fonts

.PNG

Minimum 300 DPI at final print size, transparent background where required

Technical Requirements

Print specifications.

Colour mode

CMYK. We will convert RGB files to CMYK. Colours may shift. For accurate results, supply files in CMYK.

Resolution

Minimum 300 DPI at final print size. Lower-resolution files will be flagged before production.

Bleed

3mm bleed beyond the trim edge on all sides.

Safe zone

Keep all critical content at least 5mm inside the trim edge.

Fonts

Outline all fonts before saving. Do not rely on system fonts.

Dieline fitting

BrandDash fits all artwork to the product dieline. Supply print-ready art or a creative brief — we handle placement.

Non-compliant artwork

If your artwork does not meet these requirements, our team will contact you before production begins. This may delay your order. If BrandDash is required to reformat or correct your artwork, an additional artwork preparation fee will apply.

How to submit artwork

Upload artwork directly in the quote form, or email your files to orders@branddash.co.za after receiving your confirmation email. Reference your order number in the subject line.