Viapagi Collection Wall Murals

Digital File Submission Guidelines

Measuring Once the installation area for the digital print wall- covering is identified, provide us with exact measure- ments of the space, preferably on a drawing. We advise that mural dimensions be field verified as exactly as possible. Both the height and width are required. Any architectural feature or hardware element that needs to be accounted for should also be indicated in the layout (e.g., doors, windows, HVAC units, pilasters, etc.). File Format Image Craft a c cepts a wide range of file formats for digital printing. In our experience, files created in any of the Adobe programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) yield the best results. File Type Every file qualifies as either a vector file or a raster file. A vector file is one that was originally produced in Illustrator and can be increased or decreased in size without affecting the integrity of the image. This type of file is ideal for digital printing. A raster file is a TIFF or photographic image that must meet certain require- ments in order to achieve optimal resolution for a wall mural. For best results, provide a high resolution raster file (photograph) at actual size, or an image built in Photoshop as per the percentages listed in the “Resolution” section below. Resolution The resolution required to produce digitally-printed wallcovering depends on many factors including file format, substrate choice, viewing distance, and size. An ideal size for digital printing is 50 dpi at the required final size. A file created at 50%–25% of the final mural size is acceptable, as long as it is 100% at 50 dpi, 50% at 100 dpi, or 25% at 200 dpi.

Bear in mind that resolution and file quality are different things. A file can be made any resolution by increasing the file size, but this only adds pixels and will just improve the image quality a small amount. To determine if an image has an acceptable resolution, set up the image in Photoshop at 100% and select “Print Size” from the View menu. Even better, view with “Rulers” and have the inches on the monitor match an actual inch. Color Settings The recommended Photoshop color mode for working with files intended for digital printing is CMYK. Since RGB Color is only appropriate for graphics that will be viewed on screen, it is best to convert RGB files to CMYK. For optimal color accuracy, select “Coated GRACoL 2006 (ISO 12647-2:2004)” for the CMYK Profile or Working Space. Pixel based imports must also be saved as CMYK, in a TIFF or EPS format. Although it’s impossible to guarantee an exact color match to what’s viewed on a monitor, we recommend converting to CMYK before submittal. Black and white images should be saved as Grayscale. If ICC Color profiles are used, they should be embedded with scans. Key Points It is important to remember the following when submit- ting files: • Allow a bleed of 3" on each side and 2" top and bottom of an image , adding crop marks for positioning accuracy. • To help ensure color accuracy, please provide a color proof of the final file. If using a Pantone® color(s), be sure to include it as a Spot Color and not a Process Color, and reference it when submitting your file. • Include all screen and printer fonts, or convert type to outline. • Photoshop imports into vector-based programs like Illustrator should be linked, not embedded. • Submit files to imcraft.com/upload-file , referencing the Project Name, Viapagi/Image Craft sales representative, and all pertinent contact information.