Guidelines & Requirements
High-Quality Stickers That Perform
Please review & follow the guidelines below
G2 ID Source is committed to producing high-quality print materials with precision & efficiency. Following these guidelines helps ensure your final product meets expectations. These requirements apply to both flexographic & digital label printing.
Preferred Software: Adobe Illustrator (AI), Photoshop (PSD), InDesign (INDD)
Preferred Export: PDF (PDF 1.7), with all fonts outlined and images embedded
Other Formats: EPS, TIFF, PSD
Avoid: Canva, Publisher, Microsoft Word, JPGs or PNGs without source files
All artwork must be in **CMYK** (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black)
RGB files are not accepted
Use **Pantone (PMS) Solid Coated colors** for spot colors
Black should be 100% K (not rich black)
Raster images must be **minimum 300 DPI**
Bitmap images (for line art) should be **1,200 DPI**
Low-resolution images will result in pixelation or blur
**Minimum font size**:
- Positive text: 4pt
- Reverse text: 6pt
Use **bold, sans-serif fonts** for small text
Outline all fonts before submitting
Avoid TrueType fonts
Never apply bold/italic styling manually; use the actual font face
Positive lines: Minimum **0.5pt**
Negative/reversed lines: Minimum **0.75pt**
**Bleed**: 0.125" beyond the dieline on all sides
**Safe Zone**: Keep all essential content at least 0.0625" inside the dieline
Dielines must be on a separate layer and clearly marked in a unique spot color
Must be black on a white background
Recommended size: **80% to 120%**
Maintain "quiet zones" (1/8") around the code
Must be one solid color (no gradients or multiple colors)
Must be black on a white background
Recommended size: **80% to 120%**
Maintain "quiet zones" (1/8") around the code
Must be one solid color (no gradients or multiple colors)
Use for logos, precise color matching, or vibrant graphics
Metallics and fluorescents must be defined as spot colors
Clearly label all spot colors with PMS numbers
Files may be submitted via our portal or email
Include:
- Native artwork files
- Linked images (in a "links" folder)
- Font files (if not outlined)
- A flattened PDF proof
Compress files (.zip or .sit) before sending
Use vector artwork whenever possible
Provide a mockup or sample image if unsure
Always review and double-check color, resolution, and dielines
Work with a professional designer if you're unsure how to prep files