PRINT DATA
→ Advantages, and possible file extensions of vector-based graphics
A vector graphic can be enlarged as much as desired without sacrificing image quality. This is because the "primitives" are mathematically scaled - i.e. adjusted. Special colors (like according to PANTONE) can be clearly defined here. Recommended file formats (here the file extension in each case) for vector-based graphics are: .eps / .pdf* / .svg / .ai→ Advantages, and possible file extensions of pixel-based image
With a good resolution (for printing always at least 300 dpi > see resolution) fine and finest color gradients can be displayed photorealistically. No preliminary or setup costs, as the motif is printed directly from the computer. Recommended file formats (here the file extension in each case) for pixel-based images are: .jpg / .pdf* / .tiff
Perfect for your logo with special color
As the name suggests, this technique involves transferring the print design onto a soft, receptive and flexible "pad" made of silicone rubber and then printing it onto the print surface. One "pad" prints one color at a time. Therefore, the printing price is also calculated by the number of colors.
- Smaller print areas
- Logos with special colors (PANTONE)
- Motifs with fine contours
- Images with clearly distinguishable colors (no color gradients!)
- Almost all - even difficult surfaces
| File type | vector graphics |
| File format | .eps, .pdf*, .svg, .ai |
| Requirement | Convert texts to paths CMYK color mode |
| Note | optional: Special colors according to PANTONE Up to five colors possible. |
For photo-realistic designs and logos
The principle is as simple as with your inkjet printer at home: With the digital printing process, the print data is transferred directly from the computer to the printing machine. The print head now moves over the product and prints a photo-realistic image with clear, clean gradients and in vibrant colors in what is known as four-color printing (all colors are mixed from the basic colors cyan, magenta, yellow and black / CMYK).
Digital printing is perfect for...
- Small to medium quantities
- Photorealistic images with gradients
- Logos in CMYK
- Small and large print areas
| File type | pixel image/ vector graphic |
| File format | for pixel images → .jpg, .tiff, .pdf* for vector graphics → .eps, .pdf, .svg, .ai |
| requirement | for pixel images → 300 dpi/ CMYK color mode for vector graphics → texts in paths/ CMYK |
| Note | 300 dpi should be the minimum resolution (for pixel image). |
- All outdoor articles
- Products with high physical stress
- Effective branding
- Products with small finishing area
| File type | pixel image/ vector graphic |
| File format | for pixel images → .jpg, .tiff, .pdf* for vector graphics → .eps, .pdf, .svg, .ai |
| requirement | for pixel images → 300 dpi/ CMYK color mode
for vector graphics → texts in paths/ CMYK |
| Note | 300 dpi should be the minimum resolution (for pixel image) |
- High quality materials
- Durable finishing
- Noble promotional items
| File type | vector graphic |
| File format | .eps, .pdf*, .svg, .ai |
| Requirement | Convert text to paths CMYK color mode |
| Note | Attention: Your file may need to be edited in advance. We will take care of this service for you and in this case we will contact you directly after the order... |
| File type | pixel image/ vector graphic |
| File format | for pixel images → .jpg, .tiff, .pdf* for vector graphics → .eps, .pdf, .svg, .ai |
| requirement | for pixel images → 300 dpi/ CMYK color mode for vector graphics → texts in paths/ CMYK |
| Note | 300 dpi should be the minimum resolution (for pixel image) |
- Direct printing
- Transfer printing
- Screen printing
- Embroidery
| File type | pixel image/ vector graphic |
| File format | for pixel images → .jpg, .tiff, .pdf* for vector graphics → .eps, .pdf, .svg, .ai |
| requirement | for pixel images → 300 dpi/ CMYK color mode for vector graphics → texts in paths/ CMYK |
| Note | 300 dpi should be the minimum resolution (for pixel image) |
→ Pixel-based image
- All designs here are formed with the four basic colors (when printing).
- These are cyan, magenta, yellow and black. The color mode is therefore referred to as CMYK
- K stands here for the black portion Key
→ Vector graphic
- In pad printing, up to five individual colors can be printed
- The designation in our online store in this context is 1C = 1 color, 2C = 2 colors, 3C = 3 colors.... Each color does not have to correspond to a special color from the PANTONE range.
- A "mixture" of spot color and CMYK color value is also possible here.
All your data will be checked for printability by our experts. This service is free of charge for our customers! In case of a problem, we will come directly to you and advise you here with pleasure. Thanks to our in-house graphics department, we can also work directly with you in many cases and make any necessary adjustments to your data. In these cases you will receive a proof for approval. So you can be absolutely sure that nothing is produced at ZOGI that is not 100% optimized for printing.