What is “print ready” artwork?

In order to achieve best quality printing, your creative files should be provided as high quality resolution Portable Document Format (PDF) with crop marks and bleeds where applicable. Crop marks are thin lines placed at the corners of an image, page or artwork layout to indicate where the paper should be trimmed after printing. Bleeds describe an image that extends beyond the crop marks to ensure that there is no white margin left along the trimmed edges.

About: Seamus Barton

Seamus Barton joined Troi Mailing Services in 2014 after graduating from York University with a degree in Professional Writing. As a team leader and print enthusiast, he champions the power that words play in driving impact. Seamus’ passion for engaging content motivates him to share direct mail solutions ideas that support each Client’s goals.

Please chat with Seamus about commercial printing, creative direct mail options, and eco-friendly paper strategies for optimal Smartmail Marketing success.

You can connect with Seamus on LinkedIn, or by calling Troi Mailing Services at 1-866-486-9350, or via email at seamus@troimail.com. Learn more about environmental sustainability and direct mail trends in his Two Sides North America article featured on Page 9 of The Page (Spring 2026) Newsletter.

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