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How to Save Your Artwork for Perfect Screen Printing

Uploading your design for screen printing shouldn’t be complicated, but sometimes file types or sizes can cause delays. Whether you're using Adobe Photoshop, Canva, or another design tool, ensuring your file is optimized can make all the difference. Don’t let a simple issue hold back your project!

To help, we’ve created quick, step-by-step guides for creating and saving your designs in the best formats. Whether you need a high-quality .PNG, a layered .PSD, or a simple .JPEG, you’ll find everything you need below. Click a section to jump right to the tips for your favorite design tool!

 

PHOTOSHOP TIPS

 

CANVA TIPS

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Tips for Preparing Artwork in Adobe Photoshop

IMPORTANT NOTE:
These instructions will only work if your design was created at or near the desired print size. Additionally, all elements within the design must have a resolution of at least 300 DPI to ensure the best print quality.

  1. Open or finalize your design: Make sure your file is ready to be saved in the desired format.
  2. Saving as a .PSD (Photoshop Document):
    • Go to File > Save As.
    • In the Save as type dropdown, select Photoshop (.PSD).
    • Choose your location, name the file, and click Save.
    • A .PSD file keeps layers and adjustments, allowing future editing.
  3. Saving as a .PNG or .JPEG:
    • Go to File > Export > Export As.
    • In the export dialog, select PNG or JPEG under Format.
    • Adjust any settings (Make sure it's at the print size desired, at least 1000 pixels at 300dpi), then click Export.

How to Save Canva Files for Screen Printing

IMPORTANT NOTE:
These instructions will only work if your design was created at or near the desired print size. Additionally, all elements within the design must have a resolution of at least 300 DPI to ensure the best print quality.

  1. Finalize your design: Ensure all edits are complete.
  2. Download your "PDF Print" File or SVG if you have a pro account
    • Click the Share button in the top-right corner, then select Download.
    • In the File type dropdown, choose PDF Print or SVG (for pro users).
  3. Saving as .PNG or .JPEG:
    • Canva does not directly support .PNG and .JPEG file exports at 300dpi which is the minimum resolution needed for quality screenprinting. However, you can download your design as a "PDF Print" and open it in Photoshop for further editing
  4. Saving as .PSD:
    • Canva does not directly support .PSD files. However, you can download your design as a "PDF Print" and open it in Photoshop for further editing.
    • Alternatively, you can recreate your design in Photoshop by exporting elements individually.

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