Exporting a PDF

Print-Ready Files

We prefer PDF files. A PDF, or Portable Document Format, file is usually smaller and self-contained. It is a format that includes the document, text, images and vector graphics. If a PDF is written correctly, there is no reason to send the “collected” files, and the potential issues that come with them are eliminated.

Key Settings for Print-Ready PDFs

A. Images should be high-resolution (300 DPI)

B. Use CMYK images

C. Document should include 0.125” bleed on all sides

D. Export PDFs with crop marks

PDF Guidelines

For color accuracy, first do the steps listed in the Color Settings section.

Exporting a PDF from Adobe InDesign

1. Open your Adobe InDesign document

2. Choose Under File >> Export.

3. Name your PDF

4. Choose Adobe PDF (Print) - Do not choose Adobe PDF Interactive

5. Click Save button

6. Under Adobe PDF Preset: Select CG_pdfx4 

7. Click Export button