File Types Accepted
Our students use professional Adobe software to create graphic products for our customers. We present PROOFS in PDF format for review. If you would like to submit your own file, there are some requirements that must be met in order to receive a quality product.
Acceptable formats for print
We DO accept: EPS, PNG (300 PPI), PDF (for Print), JPEG (300 PPI) photos
We do NOT accept: Word or excel documents for print; only for content reference.
Make sure the file SIZE and PPI are correct before submitting to insure printability.
Standard Page Sizes for flyers, programs, posters:
8.5x11” (no bleed), 8.5x14” (no bleed), 11x17”, 18x22”, 23x30”
Bleed = Image that runs off the edges of the paper - Add 1 inch to all sides
Large Format Vinyl Cutter - roll 53“ max width for larger banners, graphics
T-Shirt Graphics - 10x14” maximum image area
Photo QUality
For a high-quality press print, you generally need file sizes ranging from 2 MB to 20+ MB (roughly 2,000 to 20,000+ KB), depending on the print size. Printers require a resolution of 300 pixels per inch (PPI) to avoid blurry or pixelated results. Our digital printing has some flexibility in PPI; requiring a resolution of 150 PPI minimum for smaller reproduction, 300 PPI for large reproduction.
Print Size vs. File Size (KB/MB) Guide
The table below outlines the ideal dimensions and file weights needed for common press-print sizes at 300 PPI:
4x6 inches
8x10 inches
11x17 inches
18x24 inches
~1–3 MB (1,000 - 3,000 KB)
~5–6 MB (5,000 - 6,000 KB)
~10–12 MB (10,000 - 12,000 KB)
30 MB PNG or ~12-25 MB compressed JPEG
1200 x 1800
2400 x 3000
3300 x 5100
5400 x 7200
Print Size Required Pixels Approx. File Size
Key Reproduction Requirements
Check the PPI: File size in KB/MB is just a quick estimate. The true test is checking the image's resolution, using a photo editing app like Photoshop. There are also free online photo editors available on the web. For more on resolution, photography, and printing see this article.
Compression Matters: A JPEG file under 250 KB is almost strictly for screen viewing and will likely look pixelated or blurry when printed. To verify your specific photo's compatibility, open it in an photo editing tool like Photopea.com or Adobe Photoshop and check the image size menu, or consult with the graphics teacher at Campbell.
Downloading a high quality PDF from Canva
1- Choose PDF Print for the file type
2- Choose Flatten PDF
3- Color Profile> Choose RGB best for digital use
(See Resolution and Canva for a complete step by step “How To” Video)
Print media
Bleed vs. Non-bleed - What does this mean? If ink prints all the way to the page edge, it is called a BLEED. the Image must actually extend 1/8” PAST the edges to print properly. We also must print on a larger sheet so the bleed can be trimmed after printing.
Non-Bleed is the most economical way to print. Include a 3/8” MARGIN around all 4 sides with no ink coverage to print a flyer on lettersize paper.