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The box aces all of the time when everything is in that file you give us. If your print-your-perfect design isn’t set up in the manner our presses require, it may print out of alignment, blurred or in error.
Those are the reasons for these guidelines, and not on purpose to make it all confusing but to save you a re-print and to save your head as well as mine. If you’re thinking of submitting anything, be sure to look at the following specs for a few minutes.
Send us your logo and pictures (additional if any) in 300 DPI resolution, with fonts outlined, in a PDF form, in CMYK or PMS color mode. We will send you a die-line according to the box size. You have to match the artwork with that die-line. Once done, your production is ready to go. This simple.
Your logo and pictures in 300 DPI resolution, with fonts outlined, in a PDF form, in CMYK or PMS color mode.
We will send you a die-line according to the box size you gave us.
You have to match the artwork with that die-line, keeping the cut and fold lines as they are.
Once done, your production is ready to go. This simple.
Fill out the online form on our website with product information and requirement details. We make sure to bring your dream vision to reality and send a free product mockup.
Once you have submitted the request, a sample order confirmation email will be sent to you.
Our expert will prepare your sample according to your requirement and send it to you directly.
The artwork guidelines cover technical specifications for crafting and submitting artwork for print or digital display. These guidelines help ensure the artwork is of top quality and can be properly displayed. Here is our 8-step artwork process to get the best printing results:
Send files in both Adobe Illustrator (AI.) or (PDF.) formats
The colors must be in the CMYK or PMS color scheme
The text objects should be drawn and sized
Make separate layers for printing
Don’t flatten the given dieline template
All the lines must be 0.25pt thick
Make sure all the images are inserted firmly and properly sized
All the graphics must be at least 300 PPI
To ensure your fastest production time, please make sure all your designs meet our specifications.
The packaging artwork is the perfect way to convey your brand. The right art of the packaging can make the difference and enhance the perceived value of your premium product. However, there is a wide variety of factors that are necessary in the creation of effective box designs.
Therefore, it is essential to know what to look for when evaluating potential customers. Here we will cover some of the most important tips and tricks to use Adobe Illustrator in the best possible manner with Go Boxery printing service. Get started on your next project today!
Vector files, AI, EPS or PDF files work best as they scale up and down without losing sharpness, irrespective of the box size. If your design began as a .raster instead, you’ll most likely end up with a high resolution PNG or PSD.
The largest problem people have is fonts. They will not be defined as curves if they are not marked out as such, nor will they be sent individually; once the file is gone from your computer, these things may move or change completely, if you do not define them at this point.
We accept AI, EPS and PDF files, preferably vector files for the best print quality. Raster-based designs can also be done using high resolution PNG or PSD. Our team will check your design prior to printing if you’re not sure what format your design is saved in.
Accepting PNG/JPEG?
High resolution PNG files are acceptable (as high resolution as 300DPI and above at actual print size). JPEG files are not usually advised as they tend to lose quality or sharpness that is evident on paper and the pages are hard on text or fine detail.
Yes. You should outline (or convert to curves) your fonts or graphics before sending out your file. That helps keep issues from occurring on our end where the font might be substituted for with a similar font. You may prefer not to convert them yourself, in which case you can stick the fonts in their own file and it will be done for you.
The recommended size of the artwork files is between 10-20 MB. If you want to add a brand logo, please make sure it is vector. If the size of the artwork file is large for your printer, try reducing it with a compression tool before printing out your art!
RGB stands for red, green, and blue. The values of these three colors showcase the intensity of each. CMYK stands for cyan, magenta, and yellow. This refers to how the ink will look when printed on paper. Spot colors appear when parts of an image are highlighted or added later, instead of coming from the original scan.
You need to know whether your file is in RGB or CMYK for printing. This detail is usually shown under Document Information or in settings like File → Document Color Mode. Once you check the profile:
If you do not have your pantone code with you send us a colour reference or some branded material. Our team can help you determine what is closest to your image or help design your own color matching for your packaging to ensure continuity with your brand.
If you do not have your pantone code with you send us a colour reference or some branded material. Our team can help you determine what is closest to your image or help design your own color matching for your packaging to ensure continuity with your brand.
Not exactly. There are minor differences between screen and print because screens use light to create color, as opposed to ink. Giving Pantone codes or CMYK values may help ensure that the resulting print will be printed accurately and correctly.
Most people don’t ponder on text, but it’s the first thing customers read. Make sure to write in a large enough font: preferably 6pt or greater for legible printing.
Also, avoid placing words or small facts near the FOLD lines, words that cross over the FOLD when it is folded up look bad or will be difficult to read.
Text size of the package should be 6pt or more in size. Smaller print would be hard to read when printed (such as smaller boxes, or in areas with lots of design detail).
It’s best to avoid it. The words and illustrations around the fringe of the fold book might get squashed, cut or tricky to understand when creating your box. The cleaner results are obtained, by keeping the crucial elements away from these areas.
Additional printing options include:
You can also pick different coatings, such as matte, glossy laminate, or UV coating for a splendid look. If you want something extra, we offer laser engraving too. We also have letterpress printing available after full‑color printing.
PMS is a trademark owned by Pantone, Inc. Only some products can use Spot UV or print with a PMS color scheme. To find out if your product qualifies, please contact customer support.
No. Spot UV is only available on selected products according to your needs, through our packaging company.
If you want to prepare files for additional printing options, consider the following tools:
You can use these programs to create custom artwork and export it as a PDF file.
Inside print means printing on the inside of your packaging for catchy backdrops. You can print any image directly on the inside of the packaging. Inside printing needs less prep than outside printing and doesn’t need separate layers.
But your files still need some setup. First, layers must overlap properly to ensure nothing gets lost under the press rollers. Second, all text must be aligned neatly along the edges.
There are lettered different size boxes with their respective die lines with no die line being used being one of the fastest ways to get a non-conforming product once folded to shape. You’ll be able to plan where your panel, folds, and cutting will be in the template.
Resizing/rotation resets that and it would be easier for our team to pull the design out from the die-line while making it up for print.
Packaging involves there are a lot of things. If you are shipping a product, the packaging must protect the enclosed items from all potential damage. You can add padding to keep items safe when stacked with complete precision.
The box also needs a label to show what’s packed inside. These labels help customers know the product they are getting. Mail-order companies like UPS and FedEx offer many packaging material options to ensure optimal protection.
The cut line is the area where the die will cut through the sheet. This is where you should place your artwork, as well as any other areas that may need to be processed later (such as collating). The easiest way to tell if a piece of artwork is within this zone is by looking at it closely: if there are black lines on either side of your artwork, then it’s safe and effective to use them as guides in placing your artwork onto your packaging material.
The best way to keep track of how much space should be between each line is with an invisible grid or ruler tool like those made by Mitutoyo Corp., which provides precise measurements up to 0.25mm away from its edge.
The crease line is the line that shows where the fold will be. It’s usually thicker than other lines, and its color can vary from red to black depending on what it’s used for.
The crease line can be used as a design element in your packaging artwork, but you’ll want to consider how much space you’ll have before adding any text or images down below the fold.
The bleed line shows where the printer will cut your packaging design. It is outside the final print area and helps guide trimming boxes or labels. It extends about 0.25 inch beyond your artwork edge to avoid overlap.
The safety margin is the distance between the box edge and your artwork. It prevents unwanted bleeding to avoid product damage or injury during shipping. The minimum safety margin is 0.125 inches based on the artwork’s size.
Perforation is a hole in the paper that makes it easy for the users to separate the packaging into sections. This can be used to create tear-off tabs, windows for labels, and other purposes.
You can change the dimensions of the packaging, but you must re-save the file. After saving, ensure no other lines are lost or overwritten. If you lack access to Adobe Illustrator or similar tools, consider using free alternatives like Inkscape.
Flattening the dieline and artwork layers is a great way to create clean edges. It helps smooth pixelated areas. However, it may cause unwanted artifacts. If you want bleed-through effects, there are ways to achieve them.
The minimum thickness for all strokes and thin lines is 0.01 pixels. If you have a stroke with a thickness of 0.02 px, then it will be considered as two separate strokes.
To embed images in your box, you need to follow these steps:
If you print artwork at 300 PPI, using a printer with built-in anti-aliasing improves quality. Anti-aliasing smooths jagged edges in images. If your printer lacks this feature, use Photoshop or Illustrator to check the design before printing.
The graphics you use in your packaging artwork should be high resolution and designed with the appropriate color space.
Vector graphics are best for logos, text, and other artwork that you plan to scale to different sizes. Vector graphics are scalable without loss of quality.