DTF Art Rquirements
Art Requirements for DTF Heat Transfers
When creating artwork for DTF heat transfers, keep these key points in mind:
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Quality: Use high-resolution artwork for sharp and clear prints. Transparent PNG files saved at 300 dpi are recommended. The lower the resolution the mare grainy and pixelated your design will look. Creating VECTOR art is the prefered method as the art is scallable and non-destructive prior to exporting to a PNG.
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Colors: All art should be created using the RGB color spectum.
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Sizing: Art should be created at the size you want it printed. Creating art at 4" x 4" for a 12" x 12" full back is not recommended. Upsizing small sizes to large size with a raster image is very distructive and will cause blurring and distortion. Creating VECTOR art is the prefered method as the art is scallable and non-destructive prior to exporting to a PNG.
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Text: White text can be as small as 4 pts. All text and elements that have color should be at least 10 pts or higher. Our white prints under all colors and is required as a carrier for the poweder adhesive that is applied. Our whites are printed with a small choke so it doesn't "peak out" around your print. If there are text (or other small elements) there is a possiblity that the white will not print on those area and those areas of the transfer may not adhear to your garment.
Following these guidelines helps ensure your DTF heat transfers come out looking great!