Bidvest Data Digital

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guidelines

To ensure your print project turns out as expected, please review our design and file preparation guidelines. Following these simple steps will help us deliver the best results.

File Format

Preferred Formats: We recommend submitting your files in PDF format. This ensures the layout, fonts, and images remain consistent
Resolution: For the best print quality, your images should have a resolution of 300 DPI (dots per inch) at the final print size.

Paper sizes

Standard Page Sizes for Printing When preparing your project for print, it's important to choose the correct page size. Below is a list of common print sizes we offer. If you need a custom size, just let us know, and we'll be happy to assist!

We offer a wide range of paper types and finishes, including gloss, matte, and textured options. Let us know your preferences, or feel free to ask for recommendations based on your design.

Binding

We offer a wide range of binding options to accommodate different types of books and budgets:

Perfect Binding – The most common method for paperback books and magazines.
Saddle Stitching – Ideal for smaller booklets, catalogs, and brochures.
Spiral Binding – Perfect for manuals, workbooks, and notebooks that need to lie flat.
Wire-O Binding – A professional alternative to spiral binding, providing durability and a sleek look.
Case Binding (Hardcover) – High-quality hardcover binding for books that need a luxurious, durable finish.

Colour

CMYK Colour Mode: For print, we use CMYK
(Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) colour mode. Please set up your document in CMYK to get accurate colours.

Other guidelines

Bleed Area: For designs that extend to the edge of the paper, ensure you add a bleed area of 3mm beyond the trim size to avoid white edges after trimming.
Margins: Maintain appropriate margins (typically 6mm) to ensure important content doesn’t get cut off during the printing process.
Resolution: For best results, ensure your designs are created at a minimum of 300 DPI (dots per inch) to guarantee high-quality print output.