6 ways how to prepare artwork for T-Shirt Printing in Mumbai

T-shirts are among the most popular garments around the world. It is comfortable, comfortable, and elegant. Although all kinds of t-shirts are loved, personalized t-shirts have their own charm. One of the cool aspects of custom shirts is the bright and varied designs. Of course, it wouldn't be custom t-shirts if the designs weren't unique and attractive.

One of the main steps in making custom T-shirts is to create the artwork to be printed on the t-shirt. You can either design it yourself or get the designer's help, but you should know how to keep it ready to print. Understanding the process will help you and your printer to replicate the design on the fabric as accurately as possible.

Let's have a look at the things you need to remember when preparing the artwork for Custom T-shirt Printing Mumbai

1. Know your colors

You'll know colors look different on and off your computer. So, if you're sending a file assuming your printer will understand, you're wrong. Today, there can be countless shades of one color, depending on the specifications used. So, the most important thing to remember is to know how to save the color you're using. You can save the artwork colors either as CMYK or RGB but for T-shirt printing always save as CMYK.

Another best or even the most preferred method is to use PMS codes or Pantone Matching System. Ensures the most accurate printing colors. When using PMS colors, the printer can copy the same color you want. In other ways, there may be a big difference between what you have imagined or wanted and what is printed.

You should also note that when printing your design on a dark canvas, it is necessary to apply a layer of white ink first and have the design printed on it. Otherwise, the colors of the design will be lost on the darker fabric, and the result will be a faded version of your design.

Also, remember to calibrate your screen while working on a professional design of your custom t-shirts.

Remember to choose the colors that are available offline too as there are many colors that are intended for use only on the web. This is why it pays to know your colors and the correct way to use them to get your message home.

Another point to note is expanding your boundaries. Once the colors are set to the PMS codes, there will be no errors but to ensure there are no human errors, what you can do is expand the borders by going to Objects and then clicking on Expand.

2. Evaluate the actual size of your artwork

You may see your design very clearly on your screen, but when you take it to print, there may be sizing issues, resulting in distorted images. The only way to avoid such a situation is to set the actual size of your artwork. Actual size means the size at which the artwork will appear on the shirt. What you can do is put on a shirt and use a ruler, measure the proportions of the design. On your computer, you can set the size in the Document Setup menu.

3. Use high-resolution images

Although it varies from design to design, printers prefer higher resolution images to ensure better clarity. The standard is 300dpi or higher, but you can always check what resolution your designers or printers prefer. Some images can be recreated even if they are of low resolution while others must be high-quality images.

4. Choose between vector and raster

Although different designers may have different views on what is best, experts advise using the vector while preparing your artwork. This is because vector designs have better clarity and also work well for color separation. It can also save you from revisions and is best for designs with small details.

5. Save the file

There is a special format for saving your artwork, as the JPEG format may not work. Standard formats for saving your design for custom t-shirt printing are PNG, EPS, PSD, or even PDF.

6. Check, then check again

Finally, once you are done with your design, check if everything is ok. Make sure to order the spelling, color codes, size, etc. If necessary, take a printout of the final design on a sheet of paper for a closer look.

Your custom t-shirt artwork will determine whether it's a winner or a boring one. You may have created the best design, but if it doesn't print well, your shirt will look dull. Hence, be sure to follow the above steps to improve the printing of the artwork. If you are looking for good-quality custom t-shirts, get in touch with us at UNTAG! Call us now at 08828375976 or visit https://www.untag.co.in/