Image Requirements for Custom DTF Transfers | Craftastic Ink
"Learn about the image requirements for custom DTF transfers at Craftastic Ink. Ensure your designs meet our high-quality standards for vibrant and durable prints. Find guidelines on file formats, resolutions, and best practices for optimal results."
Guidelines for Uploaded Images (Singles or Gang Sheets):
- Resolution: 300 DPI is highly recommended.
- Format: PNG with a transparent background.
- Orientation: Not mirrored or reversed.
- Colors: Avoid neon, fluorescent, or highlighter colors.
- Image Quality: Ensure no overlapping or images off the page.
- Responsibility: Quality is your responsibility.
Important Notes:
- We review your massive gang sheet on a small screen, which means pixelation or low quality might not be noticeable until printed. Stretching an image from 2" to 15" can cause pixelation.
- Any issues with the above guidelines may lead to order cancellation with a store credit.
Image Quality Tips:
- If using a DPI converter, verify the sizing. Many online converters reduce image size, leading to order cancellation.
- When creating a gang sheet on third-party websites (e.g., Canva, Procreate, Illustrator, or Photoshop), save at the highest quality, size, and pixel count to ensure proper DPI.
- On Canva, move the quality bar all the way to the right before selecting transparent and saving.
- Avoid using conversion programs or post-saving conversions on a Mac, as they can compress the image and reduce quality. Mac conversions often result in a smaller size, leading to pixelation when resized.
Recommendations:
- While 300 DPI is ideal, a clear 96 DPI image is better than a converted 300 DPI image that may become pixelated or hazy.