What are the print file requirements?

Here, you will find the different print file requirements for all of our printing methods.

To learn more about our printing methods: What are Spreadconnect’s printing techniques?

Requirements for Pixel Designs

• PNG, JPG, BMP, or GIF file format.

• Maximum file size 10 MB.

• Image resolution at least 200 dpi for apparel.

• Image resolution at least 400 dpi for non-apparel.

• Maximum size 4000 x 4000 pixels.

• Minimum size 1000 x 1000 pixels.

• Design is isolated.

Requirements for Vector Designs

• We support SVG, AI, and CDR file formats.

• Your design must not exceed 15 x 15 inches. We recommend 11 x 11 inches as the ideal size.

• Lines and other parts of the design must have a diameter of at least 0.06 inches.

• Maximum 3 colors: we can print up to three colors with vector files as plot print (flex, flock, special flex).

• Please create each color in your design as a separate layer.

• All objects and text to be printed must be converted into paths.

• Make sure that all curves are completely closed and do not overlap each other.

Please note: if the vector file is printed as a plot print (flex, flock, and special flex printing), an extra $2.50 /2,50€ will be added to the product price when they are selected. This is a one-time charge per product, not per design or print area.

Requirements for Poster Designs

Posters can only be printed if the following requirements are met:

• Portrait (2:3 / 3:4), landscape (3:2 / 4:3) or square (1:1) format.

• Resolution: 200 dpi minimum.

• Minimum size:

  • Portrait: 4724 × 7087 px.

  • Landscape: 7087 × 4724 px.

  • Square: 4724 × 4724 px.

• File formats: JPG, PNG.

• Size limit: 100 MB.

• Color profile: RGB or CMYK.

• White design elements will not show up on the white poster backgrounds, you cannot print white designs.

• Additional 2 mm margin on all sides (to avoid clipping).