VECTOR GRAPHICS - Definition

• Scale - Vector files should be prepared at 100% scale. If the file is larger than the maximum size allowed by your vector graphics program, scale the artwork to 75%, 50%, or 25% to meet the program requirements.
• Graphic Effects - Modern vector programs allow the use of many graphic effects like gradients and drop shadows. Vector based files with these effects will not be accepted due to several undesirable output issues. Vector graphics with effects must be rasterized before submittal. Bring your vector graphics into a raster graphic program and follow the instructions for raster graphics below.
• Link Files - Link seperate files (raster and vector) instead of embedding them. Please refer to your vector graphic program's manual for instructions on how to link files.
• Outline Fonts - Convert all fonts (text) to vector shapes. Please refer to your vector graphic program's manual for instructions on how convert text to a vector shape.
• Save As - Save your vector graphics as an EPS file.

RASTER GRAPHICS - Definition

• Scale - Raster files should be prepared at 100% scale at 100dpi. If the art dimensions are larger than the maximum size allowed by your graphic editing program, scale the artwork to 75% at 150dpi, 50% at 200dpi, or 25% at 400dpi to meet the program requirements.
• Layers - Flatten all layers into a single layer. Please refer to your raster graphic progam's manual for instructions on how to flatten layers.
• Save As - Save your raster graphics as a TIFF file using the following options:
• Image Compression: LZW
• Pixel Order: Interleaved (RGBRGB)
• Byte Order: IBM PC
• Layer Compression: Discard Layers and Save a Copy

We accept graphic files on CD, DVD and through our upload site. Your submittal should be in the format of a ZIP file that includes:

• 100% Output Ready Graphic File (vector or raster) for each graphic to be printed
• All linked files (if necessary)
• A low resolution JPG of each graphic to be printed (screenshot)

Please reference your sales order number and company name will all submittals.

Mail CD and DVD graphics to:

Absolute Exhibits, Inc.
ATTN: DisplaysandExhibits.com
1382 Valencia Avenue, Suite H
Tustin, CA 92780

All graphics will be printed in CMYK. If saved as RGB, art will be converted to CMYK when printed. If there is a PMS color you would like to match, please specify the color when sending your art. We can adjust the color in CMYK to print your PMS as closely as possible, but cannot guarantee an exact match.

Electronic proofs are provided via e-mail for all graphics.They are intended for layout approval only. Due to varying monitor and printer calibrations, electronic proofs may not depict accurate, final color output. Please be advised that our printers do not print spot colors. Callouts are used only as reference and will be converted to CMYK prior to print.

Physical proofs are available upon request for a fee. Fees are dependant on the material being printed. Be advised that physical proofs will slow down the production process by at least two business days. Please contact your Sales Associate to request a physical proof.

Proof approval is required for all graphics. Approval must be recieved by 12PM PST the day after proofs are provided. Production will be delayed for proofs that are not approved on time. If you are unable to approve the proofs the production timeline will be reset and will not be restarted until new artwork is submitted.