Please read carefully the following specifications before submitting your files:

Size and Resolution:

Files need to be created at actual size at 100dpi resolution following the panel specification

 with No Bleed ( size and proportion MUST match) 

 1/2 scale at 200dpi and , 1/3 scale at 300dpi and 1/4 scale at 400 dpi also accepted.

Accepted Formats:

We only accept single layer Bitmap files in the following format:

PSD, TIFF, JPG (high quality 10/12 – low compression)

PDF are also accepted with a color proof

Color Space:

If You need to proffesional output with a photographic color range capable with our 6 color process

Use "AdobeRGB" (save embedded profile)

If your file is already in CMYK use "Photoshop 4 Default CMYK" (save embedded profile)

 Accepted Media:

- CD or DVD (single session)

- Zip disk

- LS 20 disk

- Ftp Upload *

*upload file to the FTP site in a folder with your name or your company name 

Naming the File:

Please name the file with the name of the display is designed for and his size,

Example: StingDisplay-28x68.tiff

Notes:

• The best software to create artworks for wide format printing is Photoshop, Other software can be used but we suggest to check the final art with Photoshop at 100% visualization on each single area to spot errors.

• Do not place any text or significant object less than 2” off the edges, to avoid interference with pole pockets and clips.

• To avoid confusion send ONLY files needed to produce the job

• Raster images must be Photoshop compatible

• We request that any submitted "image-ready" file(s) include a black & white or color laser proof for comparison with our output media. If a current proof isn't provided, we will produce one when we preflight your file(s). We charge $20 for this service.

• For critical colors please specify Pantone PMS color.

• Be aware that Gradients created with Vector software may show banding

• All images should be saved at the appropriate resolution. DO NOT resize lower resolution files to a higher resolution.

If You have any questions please email us at info@michelangelographic.com

It Is customers responsibility to make sure artwork files meet all the above requirements, and any modification needed to comply with these specifications will be charged at $80.00 per hour with a minimum of ½ hour.