Cary Printing’s Guide to being Green


Why Print 300dpi or higher?
October 17, 2008, 5:30 pm
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Good printing begins with good design. Part of what makes good design is the mechanical aspect of building the print file.

One important element of building the mechanical is to make sure that the resolution of the file, including incorporated images, are at a high enough resolution.

Since printing involves making images from small dots of CMYK ink, the resolution of a file is measured in dots per inch, or dpi. 72 dpi is an example of low resolution. This means that there are only 72 dots per inch of space for that particular image. A good rule of thumb for appropriate print resolution is 300 dpi. In short, the more dots per inch, the better the image will appear. This measure will ensure that your images will appear sharp and without pixilation. Cary Printing utilizes preflight software to analyze your print files and to make sure that the images are high enough resolution and in the best possible shape to give you a great looking print job!



The Colors of Fall

Aren’t the colors of fall so inspiring?  You have the rich reds and the deep purples and burgundy colors.  Why not use those brilliant colors in your designs?  Pictures spice up just about any graphic design project.  A lot of people are afraid to use too many pictures because they fear they won’t come out well once they receive the finished product.  However, there is no reason to fear!  Cary Printing provides and exceptional quality when it comes to prints and color.  That is the reason why we have been awarded with the GRACol7 Master Printer Status.  We have a color quality that goes above and beyond the average printer.  So, when you want to use those vibrant photos of the fall leaves, don’t worry because you will receive quality prints.



Get Creative

It is so easy to get stuck in the routine of designing things that all have a set size.  But who ever said that brochures have to be rectangular and have to be tri-folded?  No one!  With Cary Printing’s easy “Custom Quote” button, you can get creative and original.  Get a custom shape or a unique type of paper.  Maybe you want something to have spot gloss or some rounded corners.  That is easy if you come to Cary Printing.  Get 100% custom pieces at a price you can afford.  Even better, remember that they are not only 100% custom but they are 100% eco-friendly.  Cary Printing only prints things that are eco-friendly.  After all, they are triple certified for being “green.”