Prepare your print files with RRD's file specifications and templates.

  1. Review our print guidelines
  2. Choose a product template
  3. Upload files

1. Print specifications

File requirements

  • PDF (preferred)
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • QuarkXpress (version 8 or newer)

Fonts

  • Supply all fonts used to create the ad
  • For black text, avoid using registration black (100% C, 100% M, 100% Y, 100% K)

Image file formats

Supply all images used to create the ad.

  • EPS
  • PSD
  • JPG
  • TIFF

Acceptable image color modes

Color conversions may result in undesired color variation. To minimize the risk of undesired color conversions, supply artwork in CMYK mode.

  • EPS
  • CMYK
  • Spot color (Pantone); excludes Coupon Book FSI
  • Grayscale
  • 300 dpi
  • Black & white line art images in 1-bit TIFF format (600 - 1200 dpi)
  • 280% (or less) total ink density (see Art Submission Guide)
  • Artwork supplied in RGB mode will be converted to a CMYK color space without notice.
  • Artwork supplied using spot colors will be converted to a CMYK color space without notice.

Black version changes

It is recommended that files are supplied in layers for black version changes:

  • Common 4-color base (master)
  • Black versions

Coupon design specifications

Coupon book (Save FSI)

Coupon size

W: 2.5"-5"

H : 2.0625”-2.5”

Bar code

GS1 RSS data bar

100% black only

Coupon needs

Price

Expiration date

Submission guides

Specs and best practices for Save FSI, direct mail, inserts, and postcards.

2. Product templates

3. File upload

To upload files to RRD, please use your Mass Transit account. For access instructions or other assistance, contact your RRD representative.

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