Templates

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From Concept to Perfect Sign

File Setup Guides by Product

Dimensions: Standard sizes (18x24", 24x36") + custom options
Resolution: 300 DPI minimum
Color Mode: CMYK
Bleed: 0.125" bleed required for edge-to-edge designs
File Types: PDF (press-ready), AI, EPS, PNG

Safe Zone: Keep critical text 0.5" inside edges
Mounting Considerations: Avoid placing key info near corners if using easels
Finish: Matte-friendly designs (no heavy gloss effects)

Grommet Zones: 3" margin from edges (no text/graphics)
Wind Slits: Design around slit locations (if applicable)
Large Format: 150 DPI acceptable for banners > 3ft

Cut Lines: Include cutline layer for custom shapes
Curved Surfaces: Avoid tiny text near edges (distortion risk)
Magnetic Area: Account for 0.5" border non-print zone

Free Design Templates

Hassle-Free Printing Starts Here

Download our professionally configured templates: pre-sized with bleed zones and safety margins so your artwork prints flawlessly every time.

24" x 18"

Adobe Acrobat (.pdf)
Adobe Illustrator (.ai)
Adobe Photoshop (.psd)
Vector (.eps)
Raster (.png)

24" x 36"

Adobe Acrobat (.pdf)
Adobe Illustrator (.ai)
Adobe Photoshop (.psd)
Vector (.eps)
Raster (.png)

24" x 18"

Adobe Acrobat (.pdf)
Adobe Illustrator (.ai)
Adobe Photoshop (.psd)
Vector (.eps)
Raster (.png)

24" x 36"

Adobe Acrobat (.pdf)
Adobe Illustrator (.ai)
Adobe Photoshop (.psd)
Vector (.eps)
Raster (.png)

4' x 2'

Adobe Acrobat (.pdf)
Adobe Illustrator (.ai)
Adobe Photoshop (.psd)
Vector (.eps)
Raster (.png)

6' x 2'

Adobe Acrobat (.pdf)
Adobe Illustrator (.ai)
Adobe Photoshop (.psd)
Vector (.eps)
Raster (.png)

8' x 4'

Adobe Acrobat (.pdf)
Adobe Illustrator (.ai)
Adobe Photoshop (.psd)
Vector (.eps)
Raster (.png)

24" x 18"

Adobe Acrobat (.pdf)
Adobe Illustrator (.ai)
Adobe Photoshop (.psd)
Vector (.eps)
Raster (.png)

Pro Design Tips for Maximum Impact

Yard Signs: Min. 3" letter height for 10ft visibility
Vehicle Magnets: Bold fonts > thin scripts (motion readability)
Event Signs: 40%+ color contrast (e.g., dark text on light foam)

Design in CMYK mode, RGB may produce unexpected colors when converted
Convert all spot colors to CMKY and adjust to match original swatches
Lake-effect sun warning: deep blues/purples fade fastest

Never stretch fonts (distorts letterforms)
Use 3 font max: 1 headline, 1 body, 1 accent
Use legible sans-serif fonts (Helvetica, Arial) for critical info

✅ Ensure you have 0.125" bleed included (if full-bleed design)
✅ Fonts outlined OR packaged
✅ Images embedded (not linked)
✅ CMYK color mode
✅ Spell-checked twice!

🛑 Low-Resolution Images (pixelated when printed) Fix: Use original camera files or vector art
🛑 Missing Bleed (white edges on signs) Fix: Extend background 0.125" beyond cut line
🛑 RGB Colors (vibrant screens → dull print) Fix: Convert to CMYK in design software
🛑 Bleeding Text (text too close to edge) Fix: Keep text 0.5" inside trim area