Custom packaging decisions become easier when the project is defined in practical terms. Use this guide to prepare stronger specifications, avoid preventable delays, and have a more productive conversation with your packaging partner.
Understand the dieline
A dieline maps cut lines, fold lines, bleed boundaries, safe zones, glue areas, windows, and panel orientation. It is the structural template for placing artwork correctly.
Prepare production-ready files
Vector PDF, AI, or EPS files are preferred when available. Outline fonts, embed or link high-resolution images, use the specified color mode, and keep critical content inside safe zones.
Avoid common prepress delays
Missing bleed, low-resolution images, unoutlined fonts, altered dielines, artwork crossing glue areas, and unverified barcodes are frequent causes of delay.
Review the final proof
Confirm every panel, word, barcode, warning, color callout, and structural detail. Approval authorizes production, so the final proof deserves a careful, documented review.
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