Creating Files In CMYK
Using CMYK set up and colour is important when designing any file that you wish to have printed. This will help to save you experiencing any problems in trying to adjust the colours afterwards as this is a difficult process and sometimes impossible.
CMYK colour mode is not always able to create files on some software. For example Microsoft Word and Powerpoint only use RGB so they would need to be converted before going to print. If needed you can send us your Powerpoint or Word files so we can convert them into a CMYK pdf afterwards we would then send you a proof to check over. Commonly used software is: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Publisher.
If in any doubt just get in touch with our support team
DO’s and DONT’s – Checking Your Files before sending
At HD Pixel Print we can’t stress enough how imporatant it is for you to assist in checking your files yourself to help save time and prevent issues in the long run. Please DO the following:
- Using a colour calibrated monitor Do check proofs on screen (if possible). On uncalibrated screens colours will vary from monitor to monitor so please bare this in mind.
- Using a commercial proof printer making sure the target profile is set to Forga 39 DO print samples.
- Use the Adobe Acrobat Pro Output Preview tool and DO check how the file will look when output to Fogra 39.
- Use printed CMYK colour swatches. DO check colours if unsure.
- Please DO ask for a printed sample especially if you are unsure of your document’s colour setup. Samples can sometimes be provided for an additional fee. Please contact HD Pixel Print for details.
- Finally please DON’T use desktop printer samples to check the colours against as their profiles mostly try to emulate RGB colours rather than printing to the true CMYK colours.