Print Basics

Everything you need to know about the basics of printing.


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 […]

colorful print brochure for fruit brand

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 […]

Highh volume outdoor magazines perfect for offset printing

Understanding offset printing and when it’s right for your small business

As a business owner or marketer, you probably already know there are many different types of printing. But how much […]

Marketing materials: branded print materials to promote your business

The ultimate guide to marketing materials from print to digital

Let’s think about marketing materials from a business owner’s perspective. You’ve got goals like increasing your lead base and, ultimately, […]