How to Prepare Artwork for Screen Printing | Merchcraft

How to Prepare Artwork for Screen Printing | Merchcraft

How to Prepare Artwork for Screen Printing

Submitting clean artwork is one of the easiest ways to get professional results from your screen printing project. Here's what you need to know.

1. Use High-Resolution Files

300 DPI minimum
Vector files (AI, EPS, PDF) are best

2. Convert Fonts to Outlines

This prevents missing font issues.

3. Keep Colors Simple

Screen printing uses separate screens for each color.
Bold, simple colors look best.

4. Remove Backgrounds

Transparent backgrounds make the design cleaner.

5. Avoid Thin Lines

Very small details may not print well.

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