FILE TYPES
When sending files to Super Cheap Signs, please remember that some file types are good for giving us an idea of what you need; others can be converted directly into your sign. Please feel free to call or email questions anytime.

VECTORIZED FILE TYPES - STRONGLY PREFERRED:
Vector files are compatible with our design software, so there is no additional charge for artwork or setup When you send us a vector file. Acceptable files types are:

• .eps - A common vectorized file type that works well with several different programs. Please be sure that all text is converted to outlines.
• .ai - An Adobe Illustrator file. Please be sure that all text is converted to outlines AND to Adobe Illustrator version 4.0.
• .cdr - A CorelDraw file. Please be sure that all text is converted to outlines. We can handle versions up to CorelDraw 11.

Below is a graphic illustrating the difference between a good vectorized graphic, and an ugly one. Image: goodbadugly.gif

RASTER FILE TYPES - ACCEPTABLE:
Raster files are useful for full color graphics or as a guidelines for us to create your sign or artwork (there maybe additional charges). Raster file types are:

• .tiff - This file is a rasterd image (scanned) and contains no points or lines. Please save at 250dpi (dots per inch) or better when using for full color graphics.
• .psd - Adobe Photoshop file. This file is a rasterd image (scanned) and contains no points or lines. Please save at 250dpi or better when using for full color graphics.
• .jpg - This file is a rasterd image (scanned) and contains no points or lines. Please save at 250dpi or better when using for full color graphics. Lesser quality is acceptable when using merely as an example.
• .pdf - (Portable Document Format) Adobe Acrobat file.

FORMATS FOR VIEWING ONLY:

• .bmp -This file is a rasterd image used for on-screen viewing and is not recommended.
• .gif - This file is a rasterd image used for on-screen viewing and is not recommended.
• .doc - Microsoft Word file. Acceptable for example or text only. Do not expect your MS Word file to be converted directly to a sign, unless you expecting us to use the text only (and not keep with the styles or font sizes provided).

FORMATS NOT ACCEPTED:

• .pub - This is a Microsoft Publisher format is not acceptable. If you have publisher, you can 'save as' a preferable format such as a .jpg.
• QUARK - Quark files are not acceptable.

MACINTOSH PLATFORM USERS:
At present, we are PC only shop. Please do what you can to convert your file to a PC friendly format with the above guidelines in mind.