Dodge-Chrome File Upload ServicesWeb browser uploadsBookmark this page: http://www.dodgechrome.com/webupload.html. File size limits: each file is limited to a maximum size of 50MB. You should use our FTP server for larger files. FTP via Supported Web browsers Use the web browser interface at: http://www.dodgechrome.com:8080/ FTP uploads Unlimited file size uploads using an FTP program or a web browser. (After uploading your files, please use our Job Order Form for job details and requirements.) General information Contact information is required so that we may communicate with you. You will be asked to provide your name, telephone number, and email address. We do not share this information; it is for client contact only. Please be prepared to provide job instructions for each file sent. File naming: Please use only the standard a-z, A-Z, 0-9, and hyphen characters. Known problems include the use of an apostrophe in a file name (this will fail), and pound (#), slash, or quotation marks in a file's name. Please include the dot three letter extension, also (.tif, .jpg, .eps). Multiple files: Place multiple files into one folder and compress the folder using tools such as those listed below. PC users should use the ".zip" file format or ".7z" for compression. Macintosh clients should use ZIP compression. Macintosh OSX users can simply control click the file(s) or folder(s) to create a ZIP archive. Macintosh users can also use "bin-hex" or ".dmg" format. You can locate compression tools here: Of course, you can send multiple files separately and conveniently. Browser versions earlier than Netscape 5 or Internet Explorer 6 are not supported. Please check with your browser vendor for the latest security updates (mainly Internet Explorer). Your upload time will depend on your connection speed and other situational factors. Testing your upload speed How fast do you upload files? Try the Speed Test. PRODUCTION CHECK LIST We request that any submitted "image-ready" file(s) include a black & white or color laser proof for comparison with our output media. If a current proof isn't provided, we will produce one when we preflight your file(s). We charge $20 for this service. Additionally, we ask that you provide the following:
- All fonts (printer & screen versions if applicable) used in document
- Scans (if provided) at a minimum of 150dpi at final output size for digital photography & inkjet, and 300dpi for pre-press applications
- List defining color space(s) (RGB-CMYK) utilized in documents
- List defining linked graphics, final trim sizes, crops, bleeds, etc.
- Anything else you think might help us meet your expectations.
- Preferred file formats: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe In-Design, QuarkXPress, Macromedia Freehand and PDF.
- A "final version" laser must accompany all jobs that include type elements.
- Proportions of the documents MUST match the desired final size and cropping must be clearly marked.
- Bleed (1/8") should be included.
- Artwork MUST allow for finishing (pole pockets, grommets, frames, edge wraps, etc.).
- Any image/text that should not be stitched through must be far enough away from edges to
accommodate stitching of sleeves and hems.
- When panel matching will be required, consider how this will affect the art. Type characters or critical
image elements should not cross over panel breaks.
- To avoid confusion send ONLY files needed to produce the job.
- Gradients reproduce best when submitted as a Raster image. Vector gradients may print with apparent
banding.
- To ensure accurate color matching, specify Pantone (PMS) colors. When Pantone equivalent colors are not
available, proofs are strongly recommended to review color. Do not create blends using Pantone colors.
- Submit files in appropriate file formats.
- Vector Art: Native file format or as an EPS (DO NOT submit Quark EPS files).
- Raster Art: Native file format or as an EPS or Tiff (DO NOT submit JPEGs, GIFs, PICTs, etc.).
Include layered PSD or TIFF file(s) if additional editing is needed.
- Supply all support files. Include both printer and screen fonts for all files or convert all text to outlines.
TrueType and MultipleMaster fonts are not recommended and may cause delays.
- PC Users - convert fonts to outline if no additional editing is needed.
- Support files MUST NOT be embedded. All files must be saved in an editable format and linked.
- Raster images must be Photoshop compatible.
- Vector images must be Illustrator or Freehand compatible.
- Illustrator, In-Design or Freehand files using transparencies will be problematic; production delays should
be expected. Call for recommendations on how to submit these files.
- All images should be saved at the appropriate resolution. DO NOT resize lower resolution files to a
higher resolution.
- Lightjet/Chromira photo: 150 dpi at final print size.
- Noritsu photo: 400 dpi at final print size.
- Encad inkjet: no less than 100 – 150 dpi at final print size.
- Zund UVjet: 75 – 150 dpi at final print size.
- Create and view Photoshop files in the appropriate color mode.
- CMYK for 4/c press/prepress proofing
- RGB for all other image file output
- Embed/assign all ICC color profiles
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