File format
Supported file formats are highres pdf, Artpro and Illustrator open files.
Excell, Word and PowerPoint are not suitable for printing.
Artwork Size
Artwork size should be 1:1 + 4mm bleeds.
The label edge must have a 1mm wide area, where can be no such text or elements, that cannot be cut away.
Mention label size using die line.
Mention all used colours also white, varnish and folio etc.
Max. colour amount is 8-10 depending on printing method. (varnish, white and folio are included to the colour amount)
Pictures
The resolution of pictures should be 300dpi and as CMYK.
Use TIFF, JPG, PSD or EPS picture formats CMYK (FOGRA 39)
Do not use RGB pictures.
Link pictures to artwork (not embed).
Fonts
Use Adobe Font Folio Open Type or Type 1 fonts.
If you use other fonts attach them with artwork.
You can also convert texts. Do not use TrueType -fonts.
Transfer of material
Send all data at same time.
Attach pictures.
Attach fonts.
Attach original artwork.
Attach viewing pdf.
Compress all elements to the same folder. (zip.)
Or send hi-res pdf.