Get an accurate quote and rest easy. Suite C. Chicago, IL Phone: Fax: CD Single Sleeve. CD Sleeve Reinforced. CD Double Sleeve. CD Sleeve Library. CD Economy Mailer. Raster Software - Native Photoshop is the preferred format for raster graphics.
It okay to leave your file layered, in RGB mode. We do prefer, however, that you delete unused layers. If you are planning to knock out through the white basecoat of a disc, put the knocking out items in a separate layer or layers, clearly named so that we know what they're for. If you're specifying where the white goes , rather than where it doesn't go , Don't use white pixels, or at least make a copy of your white.
Generally, if you supply a layout in InDesign or Illustrator, we prefer that any graphics be linked and not embedded lots easier to work with. Quark doesn't embed, so that's not a problem. However, if you're working with Photoshop exclusively, a PSD file at dpi resolution will not be a problem to work with as long as it's still in layers, and all font files are sent along with the PSD. You can send PDF's, but they should be set for Illustrator compatibility, and should be saved with layers intact.
Also, don't forget the fonts if you're sending us PDF's Although the format supports font embedding, we will still need the font files. Keep the template on a separate layer, so they can be kept out of the way or locked separately. The dielines are supposed to sit on top of the other art, in a "dieline" spot color, set to overprint. If you have done your disc layout in something other than our template, please don't make your own center hole knockout and outer disc edge. Better to mark the center of your disc very clearly and let the art be oversized and with little or no center hole.
For instance, if you've done a big background graphic in Illustrator, don't make it round like the disc, just make it "bleed" beyond the inner and outer disc edges. When placed in the template, the outer and inner knockouts will cleanly crop the art. Be sure to package all the fonts you're using in the layout--even common ones like Times or Helvetica come in several versions, so include them all.
Your photoshop file should have a resolution of dpi minimum, at the final print size. If your art is sharp-edged, you might want to go a bit higher— dpi, perhaps, to capture the detail needed. If you are creating flat art to be used in a layout program, consider converting it to a high-resolution bitmap. You can easily save a bitmap at dpi and greater, and still have a small file to work with. In the layout program, you can apply any color ink you want to your bitmap, with perfect masking to the background.
You can even specify overprinting. This is a great trick for logos and similar items. Use the same bitmap file for multiple colored versions, for spot gloss, and embossing, with no return trips to Photoshop for another color.
LOTS easier! There is not a point size too big to emphasize this point. Speaking of those red template lines. Make sure when you lay out your photoshop files that you occasionally turn of the template layer, so you check that the panels all actually touch in the middle. Photoshop files are VERY difficult to fix. Once your art is finalized, tidy up by trimming art to the standard bleed or maybe double the standard bleed.
Do this on any layer-masked art you can think of. Don't drop a 25 inch square raster on there, just to use 2x2 inches of it, without trimming out the excess. Erase the part you don't need. The file will compress a lot smaller.
Oh, and speaking of layers, it's best for everybody if you make your panels live on separate layers, too, and just use layer masks to reveal the part needed. Blank Printed CDs. Short Run CD Duplication.
CD Packaging. Screen Printed Blank CDs. Blank Printed DVDs. DVD Packaging. This allows for perfect, limitless custom printing, edge-to-edge. Get your data copied onto all of your discs, easily! Share your data with us using our easy online uploader, or mail in a master disc of your original content for perfect data duplication.
Detailed instructions are provided after checkout. Learn More. Suppose you need to enhance the look and feel of your images, order gloss coating. A gloss coat can increase image color resolution and clarity.
We do not recommend using a gloss coat for simple discs with only text or line art. The Thermal Receptive Coat allows over-printing on custom discs at a later date. Useful for clients who wish to add text or other information using a Thermal Disc Printer.
Have a vision for your artwork but need a designer's help? Email us your images, logos, and text and select "Design it for me! Our graphic designers will work with you to create the perfect design. If you want to see the finished product before ordering multiple CDs, select "physical print proof" during checkout to receive a sample of your designed CD in the mail - a true-to-life proof. Please choose from our many printed packaging options to match your discs.
Discs can be inserted into packaging with barcodes and shrink-wrapping, so your finished project is ready for the shelf when it arrives. We can fulfill both bulk and short-run orders, with only a 25 count minimum on sleeves.
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