Artwork Guide

Artwork that is ready to print produces better labels

Labelay checks submitted files for common production issues before printing. The goal is to catch obvious problems early, not to redesign the artwork.

Preferred file types

Vector artwork is preferred whenever available. PDF, AI, EPS and SVG are ideal for logos, text and line art. High-resolution PSD, PNG and JPG files can also be used when they are large enough at the final print size.

Image quality

• Use original artwork whenever possible instead of screenshots or images copied from a website.
• For raster artwork, 300 PPI at final print size is a good target.
• Small low-resolution images should not be enlarged for printing.

Fonts and linked artwork

Outline fonts or embed them in the exported PDF when possible. Make sure linked images are embedded so nothing is missing when the file is opened for production.

Color

CMYK artwork is preferred for print-oriented color expectations. Screen colors, especially very bright RGB colors, can shift when printed. Exact color matching is not assumed unless a specific color-matching service is confirmed for the order.

Bleed and safe area

Artwork that reaches the edge of the label needs bleed beyond the final cut line, and important text or logos should stay safely inside the cut line. Exact production bleed and dieline requirements depend on the selected manufacturing setup and will be confirmed when needed for production.

Multiple designs in one order

If your labels share compatible material, finished size and finish, you can upload multiple artworks into one bulk order and assign individual quantities that total the full order quantity.