There are basically 2 types of
digital artwork files.
1. Vector based files:
In order to imprint or screenprint your logo on promotional items,
a vector based artwork file is required. These artwork files have
been put together by a graphic artist with the aid of a computer
graphics art software program. Adobe Illustrator and Corel Draw
are the popular graphic art software programs of the day. These
programs formulate the artwork using an algebraic formula enabling
the artwork to be enlarged or shrunk without losing clarity. This
artwork can also be manipulated and edited. This type of artwork
is the preferred artwork and in many instances the only artwork
that will be accepted for applications such as decals, mugs, calculators,
etc. These files generally have title extensions such as: eps,
.ai, or .cdr. These files also e-mail rapidly as they do not require
a lot of digital space.
2. Bitmap image files or scanned files:
These files will provide an idea of what the logo looks like,
but cannot be edited or manipulated. They can not be re-sized
with clarity. These are acceptable files for embroidery digitizing
only. These files have extensions such as: .jpeg, tiff, bmp. These
files typically take up a lot of digital space and take a long
time to e mail. Examples of Artwork that are not vector based
are: photographs, letterhead, photocopies, business cards, etc.
If re-drawing or creation of artwork is required, a quotation
will be provided.