2026-07-20 · 5 min
Sticker Print Artwork Specs: AI / PDF / PSD + CMYK + Bleed
A clean artwork file can save 5-7 days from order to shipment. Here are the 8 hard requirements for AI / PDF / PSD files.
Preferred: AI / CDR / EPS / PDF (vector)
Vector files guarantee sharp edges at any size. Convert all text to outlines / curves to avoid font-substitution issues.
Bitmap also OK: PSD / PNG / TIFF (300dpi+)
Bitmap needs 300dpi+, CMYK mode, transparent background (PNG). Low-res or RGB files are sent back for redo.
8 hard requirements checklist
- Color mode: CMYK (not RGB or Pantone solid coated)
- Bleed: 3mm on each side beyond the die-cut line
- Safe zone: 3mm inside the die-cut line — no critical text/graphics here
- Black: 100% K only (single-color black) — no C/M/Y overprint
- Min text: 6pt (5mm actual height); smaller = blurry
- Min stroke: 0.25pt; thinner may get cut off
- Transparent / semi-transparent areas: avoid if possible, or annotate
- File name: design_product-size_v1.ai
What we do after you submit
Our prepress team returns a PDF color proof within 24h. After your sign-off we go to print. Changes at proof stage are free; post-print changes require a new plate (200-500 RMB).
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