Ad Sizes & Dimensions
Live (Safety) and Bleed
Keep all live items (not intended to trim) 1/4” inside trim edges. If an ad is designed to bleed to the edge, an 1/8” bleed is required outside of trim. Please make sure to output the PDF accordingly to include the bleed, as this is generally not the default setting.
Media
- File format: Ads must be PDF/X-1a files. Please save PDF as PDF/X-1a:2001 with the compatibility set to Acrobat 4 (PDF 1.3).
- Fonts: Embed all fonts.
- Color space: CMYK — no RGB, LAB or embedded color profiles (such as ICC profiles). No files with PMS colors will be accepted without prior notification. Otherwise, all PMS colors MUST be converted to CMYK.
- Resolution: 300 dpi
- Maximum file size: 100 MB
Artwork submitted is assumed that color, images, and copy are proofed and correct from client. Any necessary artwork or copy preparation may be billed to advertiser.
Proof
Client also has the option to submit a SWOP 3 certified proof via mail, as well. By choosing not to supply a SWOP 3 certified proof, the color reproduction of the ad will be based on industry standard best practices to achieve as accurate color as possible from the supplied digital file. If sending a SWOP certified proof, please contact your Customer Service Representative for details.