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Design Guide – Create Print-Ready Files That Look Amazing

Creating a clean, professional design is the first step to successful printing. At Flyer Studios, we want your files to print exactly as you imagine—sharp, vibrant, and perfectly trimmed.

Follow this quick guide to prepare your designs with the right size, resolution, and format before uploading.

📐 Design Dimensions & Bleed

All designs should include 0.125” bleed on each side. This prevents white edges and ensures full coverage when trimming.

Final SizeDesign File Size (with Bleed)
3.95” x 5.95” Flyer4” x 6”
4.95” x 6.95” Postcard5” x 7”
Business Card3.625” x 2.125”
5.95” x 8.95” EDDM6” x 9”

✅ Keep important text and logos at least 0.125” inside the final trim area.

🎨 Color Mode & Resolution

  • Use CMYK color mode (not RGB)
  • Set resolution to 300 DPI
  • Convert all fonts to outlines or embed them
  • Flatten images before saving (when applicable)

💡 Note: RGB files may print with inaccurate colors. Always convert to CMYK before saving your final file.

📄 Accepted File Types

  • ✅ PDF (preferred)
  • ✅ JPG (high quality only)
  • ✅ TIFF (flattened)
  • ❌ PSD, AI, or other working files should be exported before submission

⚠️ Common Design Mistakes to Avoid

  • No bleed or crop area
  • Low-resolution (under 300 DPI) images
  • Text too close to the edge
  • RGB instead of CMYK
  • Incorrect file size or proportions

💬 Need Help with Your File?

If you’re unsure whether your file is print-ready, our team is happy to help.