For any other files you wish to supply, simply add a total of 3mm bleed (= 1.5mm on each edge) to the trim size on your file. For example, if you want to create a business card that is 90 x 55mm, create a page size in your software that is 93 x 58mm. My tip would be to add some guides so you can see where the trim line will be. And try to keep all text at least 2mm away from the trim line, as print movement may cause things to get cut-off.
Save the file, then when finished, convert all fonts to paths and save the file as a "paths" file. I tend to add; .ctp - onto the end of the file name of this "paths" file, so I always have two working files for each job. One converted to paths and one with fonts, able to be edited. (.ctp = converted to paths.)
From your "converted to paths" file, export a PDF. Don't include any crop marks, simply ensure the file size exported is the size inclusive of 3mm bleed. ie. 93 x 58mm. Ensure the file is also in cmyk (not rgb), and all images or links in the file are also cmyk - and have been re-sized (preferably in photoshop with 300dpi resolution) then imported into your working file, rather than imported and re-sized in the file. Re-sizing images in photoshop and THEN importing them, keeps the file size down.
Now you can order online through our website www.patchprint.co.nz, simply select the product and quantity that you require, and upload your print-ready PDF file!
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