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Straight answer

What artwork files do I need for printing?

A vector file (AI, EPS, PDF or SVG) is best for every method. For full-color DTF or DTG, a PNG at 300 dpi at print size with a transparent background works great. No print-ready file? Send what you have, even a phone photo, and we will check it for free. Cleanup starts at $25.

Prices and times checked

Best
AI, EPS, PDF, SVG
Also fine
PNG, 300 dpi
Art check
Free
Get a quote(323) 433-0033

Best file by method

Method Best file Tips
Screen printing Vector: AI, EPS, PDF, SVG Solid colors, text converted to outlines
Embroidery Vector or a clean PNG Simple shapes; tiny text under about 0.25” may not stitch
DTF PNG, 300 dpi, transparent background Save at the size you want it printed
DTG PNG, 300 dpi, transparent background Photos and gradients print well

A quick check before you send

  1. Size it right. A full front print is about 12 inches wide, so a 300 dpi PNG should be about 3,600 pixels wide.
  2. Use a transparent background. Otherwise a white or colored box may print around your design.
  3. List the ink colors. For screen printing, tell us the colors or the Pantone numbers if you have them.
  4. Outline your text. Or send the fonts.

Artwork help

Service Price
Cleanup or vectorizing $25
Text or a simple layout $45
Custom design From $95, confirmed first
Extra round of changes (after 2 included) $15

The fee is non-refundable once work starts and adds 1 to 2 business days before your mockup. Upload your art in the quote form or send it to Max. More design tips.

FAQ

Questions people ask

Can I send a JPG or a screenshot?

Yes, send it. We check every file for free and tell you if it will print well. Low-resolution images may need cleanup or redrawing first.

How much does artwork help cost?

Cleanup or vectorizing is $25, text or a simple layout is $45, and a custom design starts at $95, confirmed with you first. Two rounds of changes are included, and each extra round is $15. Artwork help adds 1 to 2 business days before your mockup.

What file types can I upload?

PNG, JPG, WEBP, SVG, PDF, AI, EPS and PSD, up to 10 MB in the quote form. Larger files can be emailed to sales@tbsp.la.

Do you need my fonts?

If your file has live text, convert it to outlines or send the font files. Otherwise we may swap in a similar font.

Let’s make something people want to wear.

Send the idea, the quantity and the deadline. You’ll have a personal quote within one business day.