Difference between revisions of "Prepare files for A4 double-side print"

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===How to check file dimensions in Indesign===  
===How to check file dimensions in Indesign===  
===How to check file dimensions in Illustrator===
===How to check file dimensions in Illustrator===

Revision as of 12:04, 7 September 2023

Size

Are the dimensions of your file the same as the your paper size? Check if the dimensions of your file match the size of your paper. For A4 that should be 297 x 210mm.

How to check file dimensions in Photoshop

  • Go to Image>>Image Size and see if the width and height are correct.

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How to check file dimensions in Indesign

How to check file dimensions in Illustrator

Quality

PDF export

Color profile

Is your file a pdf? Best pdf option when exporting is Pdf 2001. If you are not sure how to make a pdf, check out our tutorials on the Publication Station Wiki

Is the size of your file the same as the your paper size? Check if the size of your file matches the size of your paper. If yes remember to choose Scale: 100% when at the printer.