Print Basics

Everything you need to know about the basics of printing.


Caught my eye: What makes people notice your business posters

Nearly eight in 10 Americans (79%) say they’ve noticed a business poster in the past six months. That’s a clear […]

Printed custom marketing materials for a restaurant

What is DPI? And why it matters in print and design

If you’ve ever sent a file to print and it’s come out fuzzy, pixelated or just not as crisp as […]

back-facing monochrome t shirt print in red and white, with matching signs in background

The 9 best printing services online: The ultimate comparison guide to custom printing in 2025

When you have a print job that needs a professional touch—whether marketing materials, a commemorative photo or custom artwork—you’d be […]

Complete guide to paper thickness and weight (with paper weight chart)

In the primarily visual medium of design, paper thickness and weight appeal to one of our more visceral senses: touch. […]

Trade show booth design: How to make an impact at a trade show

Looking to make a big impact at a trade show? The key lies in your trade show booth design. With […]

caps, tote bag and bottles all displaying branded print on colorful tradeshow desk

What is print on demand? Everything you need to know

What is print-on-demand? Find the answer and dive into a booming market, growing at a staggering 25.3% annually, making it […]

Matte vs. glossy finish: What’s better for print?

In this article, we’re diving deep into the matte vs. glossy debate. We’ll break down the pros, cons and best […]

"Terracotta" brand logo printed in different sizes across packaging accessories

Raster vs vector images: How to use each image file type

Raster and vector are technical terms that describe the majority of images we encounter on a screen. While the average […]

What is print advertising?

While the world scrolls through screens and skips past pop-ups, there’s one marketing channel that still makes people stop, look […]

Crop marks explained: understanding safety, trim and bleed lines

Crop marks are short lines at the edges of a print design indicating the desired print dimensions. Safety, trim and […]

geographical prints adorning fireplace

Print resolution: how to make images look their best for printing

Print resolution makes the difference between a print that connects with viewers and one that confuses them. A high resolution […]

What is screen printing: an ultimate guide

Screen printing is the technique of pushing ink through a stenciled mesh screen to create a printed design, blending creativity […]