What are your file specifications?
For the best results, we recommend PDFs but we can accept JPEG, EPS, AI, PSD or TIFF files as well.
Please create all files with a 1/16" bleed (0.0625" on all sides) As an example, a 3.5" x 2" business card file should be submitted at 3.625" x 2.125".
Please keep all safe text at least 1/8" from the trim line.
Files must be CMYK, not RGB.
PDFs, EPS and AI files: Please convert all fonts and text to outlines and flatten all transparencies.
JPEG, PSD, TIFF: Please flatten all files. You may save your files at 400 DPI (300 DPI is the minimum).
What file formats do you accept?
We accept PDF, EPS, AI, JPEG, TIFF, and PSD files.
What is a Bleed?
Printers cannot print right to the edge of a paper sheet. To create that effect, the printer must use a sheet which is larger than the document size. Then the printer prints beyond the edge of the document size (by 1/8"), then cuts the paper down to the document size.
It is the designer's responsibility to set the bleed correctly. For example, when setting up a 5.5 x 4.25 (quarter page) job, you should START your job at 5.625 x 4.375 (templates for many popular sizes are available in our templates section). By extending the image past the cut mark, the cutter blade cuts through ink, rather than trying to cut exactly on a line, which is next to impossible. As a rule of thumb, try to keep important information at least 1/8" from the cut lines, as this ensures nothing important will be cut.
Are the colors I see on my screen going to be what I see when it's printed?
The color that you see on a computer monitor or television screen is called “additive color” and has a different set of properties from “subtractive color”, which is the kind of color that applies to your uvcards.com printed jobs.
Additive color emanates directly from a light source. Subtractive color comes from light that is reflected off of an object from a light source.
Because additive color comes to our eyes directly (unless it is filtered), it is purer color and is able to represent a broader range of the spectrum than subtractive color. For this reason, even under the best conditions it is very rare that your monitor, which is RGB (additive), and offset printing, which is CMYK (subtractive), will ever match.
So, the short answer is no. However, we assure you that our highly experienced team and state-of-the-art equipment will produce your job in the best quality possible.
How do I upload a file?
Due to the complexity of the various products available at UV Cards it is necessary to upload your files AFTER you complete your order. Simply add the items that you wish to order to your cart, complete the checkout process at which time you will be directed to an upload page.
If we request that you upload revised files, please log in to your account and view your order in the order history. You will be given the ability to upload revised files for your order.