File Preparation

• Submission of high resolution PDF files is preferred, but we can work with source files from most of the leading page layout and word processing programs.
  
   
• PDF files work best because they lock in the content and formatting of a document thereby eliminating file variations caused by platform, software or version issues. In addition, PDF files are compact, allowing for easier and faster transfer of the files. Finally, a PDF file is a self-contained file, with all images and fonts embedded, thereby eliminating the need to transfer all of the linked files used to create the original native document.
  
   
• When saving PDF files, the best results will be achieved by using Adobe Acrobat and choosing either the "High Quality Print” or "Press Quality” preset options when exporting the file.
  
   
• Another option for saving PDF files is to use a widely available shareware program called CutePDF. Follow this link (cutepdf.com) to a download site for this free software application.
  
   
• If native source files are submitted, all graphics and font files used in the document must also be provided. Please be sure to include all font files used both in the document and in any of the linked graphics. Alternatively, for files created in a program like Adobe Illustrator, fonts can be "converted to outlines.” Keep in mind, however, that converting fonts to outline will make it impossible for any changes to be made to the document, should any last minute revisions be required.
  
   
• One of the biggest factors affecting the image quality is the resolution of the images used in the document. The industry standard for color copies is a minimum resolution of 300 dpi. Files sent for large format printing should be a minimum of 75 dpi at the final print size. Please be aware that images taken from websites are typically at the screen resolution of 72 dpi and will look pixilated when output on paper.
  
   
• JPEG images should be saved in the highest quality compression level available. For images saved as in the TIF format, do not turn on LZW compression. For EPS files, select 8-bits per pixel and set encoding to binary.
  
   
• Depending on their size, files can be sent via email to customerservice @mycolorcopies.com. Please call us at (801) 491-6931 to confirm our receipt of your message. Larger files can be uploaded using the or upload them to our FTP site:
  
  ftp.mycolorcopies.com
  username: digital@mycolorcopies.com
  Password: copies
  
   
• If you don't have access to FTP software and are not comfortable using Internet Explorer's built in FTP consider using YouSendIt.com
  
   
• Please feel free to contact us if you need help setting up or troubleshooting your files.