Blog Post #8: 14 COMMANDMENTS TO ELIMINATE GANG SHEET UPLOAD ERRORS

 Better Files = Better Prints. To avoid production delays, save your money, and prevent system errors, check these 14 simple rules before uploading your file (see full details inside Blog #2: Eliminating Gang Sheet Upload Errors):

• [ ] 1. Exact Sheet Width: Set your gang sheet width to exactly 24 Inches so it fits our printing machines perfectly.

• [ ] 2. Real 300 DPI Resolution: Always use 300 DPI to keep your graphics and text razor-sharp.

• [ ] 3. Transparent PNG-24 Format: Save your final file as a PNG-24 with a clear, transparent background.

• [ ] 4. Use CMYK Color Mode: Switch your software to CMYK Mode before exporting. This ensures the printed ink colors match your screen (see Blog #6: Color Accuracy).

• [ ] 5. 0.5-Inch Safe Spacing: Leave a 0.5-inch gap between different designs so you can cut them apart safely with scissors or blades.

• [ ] 6. Absolutely No Screenshots: Never use phone or web screenshots. They get blurry and pixelated when printed on fabric.

• [ ] 7. No Blurry Stretching: Do not stretch small, low-quality images to make them bigger. Always design at the exact size you want to print.

• [ ] 8. Delete White Background Boxes: Completely remove hidden white boxes behind your logos, or the machine will print a solid white rectangle around your design.

• [ ] 9. Keep Lines Thick Enough: Make sure all small text and thin lines are at least 0.02" (0.5mm) thick so our Magic TPU backing powder can stick safely.

• [ ] 10. Remove T-Shirt Mockups: Delete all presentation hangers, digital t-shirt folds, and model backgrounds. Upload pure artwork only.

• [ ] 11. Check Dimensions in Inches: Use a physical ruler to measure your clothes, and set your design size precisely in inches before exporting.

• [ ] 12. Double-Check Spelling: Zoom in and proofread your text. Once printed and pressed under heat, spelling mistakes cannot be fixed.

• [ ] 13. Avoid Low-Quality Web Exports: Do not use low-tier compressed free downloads (like basic Canva free exports). Export at maximum quality settings.

• [ ] 14. Use the Tetris Method: Fill empty spaces on your sheet with small neck labels, sleeve tags, or mini logos to get more prints for the same price.

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