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Everything you need to create print-ready artwork outside our design studio.

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Full Service Direct Mail - Postcards, Bifolds & Letters

Fast and effortless. We print and mail these high quality mailers to a neighborhood or your own list, so that you can focus on running your business

4x6_v1

Postcards, 4x6

Canvas Size (with bleed) 6.25" x 4.25"
Final Trim Size 6" x 4"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 1875 x 1275 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside
5x7_flat_v2

Postcards, 5x7

Canvas Size (with bleed) 7.25" x 5.25"
Final Trim Size 7" x 5"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 2175 x 1575 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside
5x7_v1

Greeting Cards

Canvas Size (with bleed) 7.127" x 5.127"
Final Trim Size 6.877" x 4.877"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 2138 x 1538 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside
6x11_v1

Postcards, 6x11

Canvas Size (with bleed) 11.25" x 6"
Final Trim Size 11" x 5.75"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 3375 x 1800 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside
6x9_v1

Postcards, 6x9

Canvas Size (with bleed) 9.25" x 6.25"
Final Trim Size 9" x 6"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 2775 x 1875 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside
85x11_bifold_v1

Bifolds, 8.5x11

Canvas Size (with bleed) 8.75" x 11.25"
Final Trim Size 8.5" x 11"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 2625 x 3375 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside
85x11_letter_v1

Letters, 8.5x11

Canvas Size (with bleed) 8.75" x 11.25"
Final Trim Size 8.5" x 11"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 2625 x 3375 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside

Full Service EDDM - Postcards

Every Door Direct Mail service, perfect for high-quantity mailings, targeting zipcodes and large neighborhoods.

eddm4x11_v1

EDDM Postcards, 4.25x11

Canvas Size (with bleed) 11.25" x 4.5"
Final Trim Size 11" x 4.25"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 3375 x 1350 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside
eddm65x12_v1

EDDM Postcards, 6.5x12

Canvas Size (with bleed) 12.25" x 6.75"
Final Trim Size 12" x 6.5"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 3675 x 2025 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside
eddm6x11_v1

EDDM Postcards, 6x11

Canvas Size (with bleed) 11.1" x 6.1"
Final Trim Size 10.85" x 5.85"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 3330 x 1830 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside
eddm85x11_v1

EDDM Postcards, 8.5x11

Canvas Size (with bleed) 7.533" x 3.2"
Final Trim Size 7.283" x 2.95"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 2260 x 960 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside

Business Cards

Leave a memorable impression with professional, quality business cards. Available in a range of quantities and sizes.

15x35_business_cards_v1

Slim Business Cards

Canvas Size (with bleed) 3.623" x 1.623"
Final Trim Size 3.373" x 1.373"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 1087 x 487 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside
25x25_business_cards_v1

Square Business Cards

Canvas Size (with bleed) 2.623" x 2.623"
Final Trim Size 2.373" x 2.373"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 787 x 787 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside
2x35_business_cards_v1

Standard Business Cards

Canvas Size (with bleed) 3.623" x 2.123"
Final Trim Size 3.373" x 1.873"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 1087 x 637 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside
2x35_business_cards_water_v1

Waterproof Business Cards

Canvas Size (with bleed) 3.623" x 2.123"
Final Trim Size 3.373" x 1.873"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 1087 x 637 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside

Door Hangers

Turn heads on every block with door hangers - leave-behinds to help you spark conversations and grow your local presence.

door_hangers_35x85

Door Hangers, 3.5x8.5

Canvas Size (with bleed) 3.623" x 8.623"
Final Trim Size 3.373" x 8.373"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 1087 x 2587 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside
door_hangers_425x11

Door Hangers, 4.25x11

Canvas Size (with bleed) 4.373" x 11.123"
Final Trim Size 4.123" x 10.873"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 1312 x 3337 px
Bleed 1/8" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/8" inside

Yard Signs

From driveway to doorstep, quality yard signs will help you build trust and attract nearby clients. Featuring UV-cured ink for extra durability.

yard_signs_12x18

Yard Signs, 12x18

Canvas Size (with bleed) 19" x 13"
Final Trim Size 18" x 12"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 5700 x 3900 px
Bleed 1/2" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/2" inside
yard_signs_18x24

Yard Signs, 18x24

Canvas Size (with bleed) 25" x 19"
Final Trim Size 24" x 18"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 7500 x 5700 px
Bleed 1/2" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/2" inside
yard_signs_24x24

Yard Signs, 24x24

Canvas Size (with bleed) 25" x 25"
Final Trim Size 24" x 24"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 7500 x 7500 px
Bleed 1/2" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/2" inside
yard_signs_6x24

Yard Signs, 6x24

Canvas Size (with bleed) 25" x 7"
Final Trim Size 24" x 6"
Resolution 300 DPI
Pixel Size 7500 x 2100 px
Bleed 1/2" (each edge)
Safe Area Keep 1/2" inside

Design & Marketing Content Checklist

For 'the perfectionist' in all of us.

For Designers

Artwork Design Checklist for Printing

  1. Correct Dimensions and Bleed

    Ensure the postcard meets the required dimensions. Your artwork should include 'padding' that will be used as a bleed edge (1/8 inch on the edges) to prevent cutting errors.

  2. Add White Background (PDFs)

    For PDF documents, pre-processing will attempt to center on 'visible' elements. Add a white rectangle in the background to prevent content resizing.

  3. Mind the Mailing Zone

    Ensure padding around the mailing area on the reverse size. Continue the background behind the mailing area, or leave padding if the image should stop before the mailing area.

  4. Exclude Trim Marks and Guidelines

    Do not include trim marks and guidelines in your artwork.

  5. High-Resolution Images

    Use images with a resolution of at least 300 DPI to ensure they print clearly and sharply.

  6. Fonts Embedded or Outlined

    Embed all fonts or convert them to outlines to avoid font issues during printing.

  7. Print-Ready File Format

    Save the design in a print-ready file format such as PDF, with all layers flattened. Ensure each page is less than 10MB in size.

  8. Safe Zone

    Keep all important elements (text, logos) within the safe zone (typically 1/8 inch inside the trim line) to avoid them being cut off.

  9. Proofreading and Final Checks

    Double-check the design for any errors, including typos, alignment issues, and overall quality.

For Marketers

Brand, Messaging, Offer & Visual Element

  1. Clear and Compelling Headline

    Ensure the headline grabs attention and communicates the main message effectively.

  2. Concise and Relevant Copy

    Keep the text brief, clear, and directly related to the offer or message.

  3. Strong Call to Action (CTA)

    Include a clear and compelling CTA, telling the recipient exactly what you want them to do next.

  4. Visual Appeal

    Use high-quality images and graphics that are relevant and engaging.

  5. Consistent Branding

    Ensure the postcard reflects your brand’s identity, including logos, colors, and fonts.

  6. Contact Information

    Include all necessary contact details, such as phone number, email, and website.

  7. Offer Details

    Clearly state the details of any promotions, discounts, or special offers.

  8. Testimonials

    Consider adding reviews from customers & neighbors that have used your products/services.

  9. Legibility

    Use fonts that are easy to read and ensure there is sufficient contrast between text and background.

  10. Proofreading and Quality Check

    Check for any spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors and ensure overall content quality.

What is Bleed Edge?

Cleaning Image

The bleed edge should always be included to ensure that artwork gets printed to the edge. This is because artwork gets printed with larger dimensions and is subsequently trimmed down.

Backgrounds and graphics should be extended into the bleed area. Not having them extend into the bleed area could result in a white or unprinted border around the edge of the postcard. For 4x6 postcards, you'll notice that the file that you are uploading is actually 4.25" x 6.25" instead of 4" x 6". This extra space is what we call the bleed edge.

When ordering the postcards online, our digital proof preview will always 'trim' the bleed edge so that you will see exactly what the postcards will look like when they are printed.

Exporting From Another Editor

Select one of the common web-based design editors to see a quick tip on how to prepare and export the artwork

Exporting from Adobe Express

CREATE A DOCUMENT
From the Dashboard, select Personal category and select Postcard. Or create a custom document that is 6x4, 6x9 or 6x11 inches.

EXPORT AS PDF
When you are done editing a document with two pages, click on Download. Select "All Pages" and pick PDF as the File Format. Download and save the file on your local device. Return to this page and upload the file into the Front Image placeholder.

Exporting from Canva

CREATE A DOCUMENT
Select Cards & Invites category. Click on "Postcard - 5.5 x 4.3 inches" or create a custom document that is 6x4, 6x9 or 6x11 inches.

EXPORT AS PDF
When you are done editing a document with two pages, click on Share. Scroll down and pick the Download menu. Select PDF Print as the file type. Click on "Flatten PDF" and download the file. Return to this page and upload the file into the Front Image placeholder.

Exporting from Google Slides

SET SLIDE SIZE
After creating a new slide deck, go to "File/Page Setup". Select "Custom" from the dropdown menu and update the size to 6x4, 6x9 or 6x11 inches.

EXPORT AS PDF
When you are done editing a document with two slides, go to File/Download. Select PDF Document and save the file on your local device. Return to this page and upload the file into the Front Image placeholder. Reverse image will auto-populate with the content from the second page.

Exporting from PowerPoint

SET SLIDE SIZE
After creating a new slide deck, select "Design" in the top menu. Click on "Slide Size" Select "Custom" from the dropdown menu and update the size to 6x4, 6x9 or 6x11 inches.

SAVE AS PDF
When you are done editing a document with two slides, go to File/Save as. Select Download as PDF and save the file on your local device. Return to this page and upload the file into the Front Image placeholder. Reverse image will auto-populate with the content from the second page.

Exporting from Vista Create

CREATE A DOCUMENT
On Vista Create home page, select Print-ready category. Click on Postcard or click on Custom Size and specify width and height (6x4, 6x9 or 6x11). Be sure to select "inches" in the dropdown menu.

SAVE AS PDF
When you are done editing a document with two pages, click on Export. Select "PDF Standard" and save the file on your local device. Return to this page and upload the file into the Front Image placeholder. Reverse image will auto-populate with the content from the second page.

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Order Express Lane

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