Vector Artwork Guidelines
Learn why vector artwork is important when we do your Screen Printing, Pad Printing, Laser Engraving, Debossing and others..
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In order to speed up the branding process and help you understand our artwork requirements, we’ve put together a list of FAQ’s that will help guide you through the process.
What is Vector Artwork?
This is artwork that we can manipulate and separate into individual elements for branding. This artwork is also the highest quality and is in the original design format. Vector artwork is created using vector illustration software programmes such as Adobe Illustrator or Corel Draw. These programmes use points, lines and shapes to create artwork that can be scaled infinitely without any loss of quality. Vector artwork is editable and the artwork can be changed according to your specifications.
Which formats would be considered Vector?
There are a few formats that will be acceptable, namely:
- Adobe Illustrator (.ai)
- Corel Draw (.cdr)
- Freehand (.fh)
- EPS
Please note: vector and non-vector artwork, or a combination of the two, can be stored in any of the above formats.
In order to check if artwork is vector, zoom into the image. If you see pixellated edges, as illustrated below, it means the artwork is non-vector (vector artwork will remain crisp and clear no matter how much you zoom into the image).
Alternatively, click on the artwork and if a blue block appears around it, as illustrated below right, it means that the artwork is non-vector and the elements cannot be separated.