1. Use the Right File Type

• Make sure your file is set up at the correct size for what you’re printing, and that it looks crisp - not blurry or pixelated.
• Tip: Zoom in - if it looks fuzzy on screen, it’ll look fuzzy in print.

2. Add a little extra around the edges (Bleed)

• If your design extends all the way to the edge, add a little extra background - about 2–3mm on all sides.
• This small area (called bleed) is trimmed off when we cut your product to its final size. It helps prevent any unwanted white edges. Think of it as a safety margin - it ensures your print goes edge-to-edge cleanly.

3. Lock in your text (Outline your fonts)

• Convert your text to shapes (often called “outlining” your fonts) before uploading.
• This locks in your layout and spacing so your text looks exactly the same when we print it.
• Don’t worry - in Canva and most design programs, this happens automatically when you export as a PDF Print.

4. Use CMYK Colour Mode

• Always export your file in CMYK colour mode.
• CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) is the format our printers use, and it ensures your colours are reproduced as accurately as possible.
• RGB files are for screens - CMYK files are for print.

6. Do a final check

Before you upload, take one last look at your design:

• Check for typos and layout alignment
• Make sure no important details are near the edges
• Confirm all images are sharp and colours look correct

What you upload is exactly what we’ll print!