Vector and raster: the one thing to know
Vector files (PDF, SVG, AI, EPS) describe shapes with lines and curves, so they scale to the side of a lorry with no loss of sharpness. Raster files (JPG, PNG, a phone photo) are made of pixels and go blurry when enlarged. Logos and lettering should be vector wherever possible.
Signs, vehicle graphics and stickers
Send your logo as a vector PDF, SVG, AI or EPS, with fonts converted to outlines. Cut vinyl and contour-cut stickers must be cut from vector shapes. If you only have a JPG, we can redraw it.
Print: flyers, banners, t-shirts and mugs
A print-ready PDF is ideal. Photos should be about 300 dpi at the printed size for close-up items like flyers and mugs; large banners viewed from a distance need less. Ask us for the size and bleed and we’ll tell you exactly what to set up.
Laser cutting and engraving
Cutting needs vector lines: SVG, DXF, AI or PDF. Engraving can use vector lettering or a good-quality photo. Tell us which lines cut and which engrave, or just send a sketch and we’ll make the file.
3D printing
STL and 3MF are the usual print files; STEP is best if we need to change the design. If you don’t have a model, our 3D design service can make one from a sketch, measurements or a broken part.
Don’t have the file?
That’s fine. A phone photo of your current sign, van or business card is enough to start. We can redraw logos and set up files as part of the job. Send anything to WhatsApp 07777 647037, email [email protected], or upload large files once we give you an upload code.