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300 DPI vs 72 DPI: Why Artwork Resolution Is So Important For Printing

Illustration comparing 300 DPI and 72 DPI image resolution showing sharp print quality versus pixelated print results

If you have ever printed a design that looked sharp on your screen but came out blurry or pixelated on paper, resolution is almost always the reason. DPI is one of the most misunderstood concepts in printing. Many people assume that if an image looks good on a screen, it will print the same way. […]

What Is Bleed in Printing? And Why It Matters More Than You Think

Business card bleed example showing bleed area, trim line, and final cut size

If you have ever ordered something printed and noticed thin white lines along the edges, you have already experienced a bleed issue, even if you did not know what it was called at the time. Bleed is one of those printing terms that sounds technical, but the idea behind it is actually very simple. Once […]

What Does Collate Mean When Printing? Common Printing Terms Explained

Side-by-side example of collated vs uncollated printing showing pages arranged in the correct reading order compared to grouped pages.

Common Printing Terms Explained: Collate, Duplex, and Other Essential Basics Understanding printing terminology does not have to feel confusing.  We often get asked, what does collate mean when printing?  If you have ever ordered funeral programs, graduation programs, theatre programs, booklets, or any type of multi page document, you have probably seen terms like collate, […]