GUIDELINES
Here are simple guidelines to follow when preparing an image for DTF (Direct to Film) transfer printing:
- File Format
- Preferred Format: Use PNG format to maintain high quality and preserve transparency.
- Resolution
- High Resolution: Ensure your image is at least 300 DPI (dots per inch) at the final print size. This ensures the print is sharp and detailed.
- Colors
- You are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the colors in your uploads, as we do not verify or adjust them.
- Background
- Transparent Background: If you don’t want the background to be printed, make sure it is transparent. This is crucial for designs on colored garments.
- Solid Backgrounds: If the background is part of your design, ensure it’s uniform and intended to be printed.
- Size and Dimensions
- Correct Size: Design your image at the actual size you want it to be printed. Avoid resizing later to prevent loss of quality.
- Safe Margins: Keep important elements at least 0.25 inches (6 mm) away from the edge of the image to prevent them from being cut off.
- Bleed
- Include Bleed: Add a 0.125-inch (3 mm) bleed around your image if the design goes to the edge. This ensures there are no unprinted borders.
- Text
- Convert to Outlines: Convert all text to outlines or curves to prevent font issues during printing.
- Font Size: Ensure that the text is large enough to be readable once printed. Avoid using very thin or intricate fonts.
- Special Effects
- Simplify Effects: Be cautious with gradients, shadows, and other effects. These may not print as expected and can complicate the transfer process.
- Image Quality
- Clarity: Your image should be clean and crisp, with no blurry or distorted areas.
By following these simple guidelines, you can ensure that your DTF transfer is printed with the best possible quality.